C81 Stop Shifts on Kennedy St for Construction
C81 westbound stop at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave relocated to Illinois Ave through May 2026
C81 Bus Stop Moves on Kennedy St Through May 2026
Riders using the C81 bus route at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW will need to board at a different location starting immediately. WMATA announced the westbound bus stop at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave (stop ID #1002610) has been temporarily relocated due to construction work in the area. The change affects one of the route's key stops in Northwest Washington and will remain in place through May 7, 2026.
Construction Forces Year-Long Stop Relocation
The temporary relocation is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction activities near the intersection of Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW, transit officials said. WMATA didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which agency is managing the project. The affected stop serves riders traveling westbound on the C81 route, which connects neighborhoods in Northwest Washington. Officials said the relocation will allow construction crews to work safely while maintaining bus service in the area.
Riders Must Use Illinois Avenue Stop
During the relocation period, C81 customers will need to board and exit buses at a temporary stop on Kennedy St NW at Illinois Ave instead of the regular Georgia Avenue location. The temporary stop is located approximately one block from the original stop, though WMATA didn't provide the exact distance. Transit officials said the temporary stop will have standard bus stop signage to help riders identify the new boarding location. Passengers are encouraged to plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time to reach the temporary stop location.
Stop Returns to Original Location in May 2026
The temporary stop relocation took effect immediately upon WMATA's announcement and will remain in place for more than a year. Once construction is completed, the bus stop will return to its original location at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave, officials confirmed. WMATA said it will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as needed, though the agency didn't specify whether riders will receive advance notice before the stop returns to its original location.
Riders Should Plan for Temporary Location
The year-long relocation means regular C81 riders will need to adjust their routines for boarding and exiting at the Kennedy Street stop. WMATA officials said passengers should allow extra time to reach the temporary Illinois Avenue location, particularly during their first few trips using the relocated stop. Transit officials didn't provide information about whether bus schedules or running times will be adjusted to account for the stop relocation. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders track C81 buses and plan trips during the temporary stop change.
