C81 Stop Shifts to Illinois Ave for Construction
WMATA relocates westbound C81 stop from Georgia Ave to Illinois Ave through May 2026
C81 Bus Stop Moves on Kennedy St for Construction
Riders catching the C81 bus westbound at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW will need to walk to a different stop starting immediately. WMATA relocated the stop to Kennedy St NW at Illinois Ave due to construction work in the area, transit officials said. The temporary change affects stop #1002610 and will remain in place through May 7, 2026.
Construction Work Prompts Stop Relocation
The stop relocation is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction activities near the intersection of Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW, according to WMATA. Transit agencies routinely relocate bus stops during construction projects to maintain safe boarding areas for passengers while work crews operate nearby. The temporary stop at Illinois Ave is located one block from the regular stop location. Officials said the change affects only westbound C81 service, while eastbound service continues to use regular stop locations.
Passengers Must Use Illinois Ave Stop
During the relocation period, C81 riders traveling westbound must board and exit at the temporary stop on Kennedy St NW at Illinois Ave instead of the regular Georgia Ave location. WMATA didn't specify the exact distance between the regular and temporary stops, but both are on Kennedy Street NW. Transit officials encouraged passengers to allow extra time for the temporary stop location and to plan their trips accordingly. The agency said it's working to minimize service disruptions during the construction period.
Change Effective Through May 2026
The temporary stop relocation took effect immediately upon WMATA's announcement and will remain in place through Thursday, May 7, 2026. Officials didn't provide details about what construction project necessitated the change or whether the timeline could be extended. The agency said passengers can stay informed about service changes through its alert system, though specific notification methods for this relocation weren't detailed.
Riders Should Plan for Temporary Location
C81 passengers using the westbound stop at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave should expect to walk to Illinois Ave for the next year. Transit officials said riders should build extra time into their commutes to account for the different stop location. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate temporary service changes like the C81 stop relocation.
