DC Bus Stop Closes Two Years for Construction
WMATA closes northbound D40 stop at 7th and F St NW for construction until 2028
WMATA Closes D40 Bus Stop for Two Years
D40 riders heading to Silver Spring Transit Center will need to walk to nearby stops starting January 12, 2026. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the northbound bus stop at 7th St at F St, NW (stop ID #1003417) will close for two years due to construction work. The closure affects one of several downtown stops serving the D40 route, which connects downtown Washington with Silver Spring.
Construction Project Drives Extended Closure
The two-year closure timeline reflects the scope of construction work planned for the 7th Street corridor, transit officials said. WMATA typically closes bus stops for extended periods when street reconstruction, utility work, or building projects make it unsafe or impractical to maintain service at existing locations. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is driving the closure. Long-term bus stop closures in downtown Washington have become more common as the city pursues infrastructure improvements and development projects along major transit corridors.
Two Alternative Stops Available Nearby
D40 passengers can use two alternate stops while the F Street location remains closed. The nearest replacement is at 7th St at H St, NW (stop ID #1003418), located two blocks north of the closed stop. A second option is available on E St, NW (stop ID #1000995), one block south of the closure. Both alternate stops serve northbound D40 buses heading toward Silver Spring Transit Center. Officials said customers can board and exit at either location during the closure period.
Closure Runs Through January 2028
The stop closure takes effect January 12, 2026, and will remain in place until January 14, 2028, according to WMATA. The agency said the nearly two-year timeline aligns with the expected duration of construction work in the area. Officials didn't provide details about whether the closure might end earlier if construction finishes ahead of schedule or whether any temporary reopenings are planned during the closure period.
Riders Should Plan for Extra Walking Time
Passengers who regularly use the F Street stop should allow extra time to walk to alternate locations, transit officials said. The two-block distance to the H Street stop adds roughly three to four minutes of walking time for most riders. WMATA encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts for service updates, though officials didn't say whether additional notifications will be posted at the closed stop location. Moovit provides real-time D40 bus locations and can help riders navigate to the nearest available stops during the closure.
