DC C81 Stop Shifts for Construction Work
C81 bus stop at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave relocated to Illinois Ave through May 2026
DC C81 Bus Stop Moves for Construction Work
Riders catching the C81 bus at Kennedy Street NW and Georgia Avenue NW will need to walk to a different stop starting immediately. WMATA relocated the westbound stop at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave due to construction work in the area, transit officials said. The temporary change affects stop #1002610 and will remain in place through Thursday, May 7, 2026.
Construction Forces Year-Long Stop Change
The stop relocation is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction activities near the Kennedy Street and Georgia Avenue intersection, according to WMATA. Transit agencies typically relocate stops when roadwork, utility projects, or building construction makes original locations unsafe or inaccessible. The change affects only the westbound stop location while regular C81 service continues on its normal route. Officials said they're working to minimize inconvenience during the temporary relocation period.
Riders Must Use Illinois Avenue Stop
Passengers will need to board and exit C81 buses at a temporary stop on Kennedy St NW at Illinois Avenue during the construction period. The new location is approximately one block from the original stop at Georgia Avenue. WMATA hasn't specified the exact distance riders will need to walk or whether the temporary stop will have the same amenities as the original location. Officials said regular bus service frequency and schedules won't be affected by the stop relocation.
Change Takes Effect Immediately Through May 2026
The stop relocation became effective immediately upon WMATA's announcement and will remain in place through May 7, 2026. Transit officials said passengers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time to reach the temporary stop location. Once construction is completed, the bus stop will return to its original location at Kennedy St NW and Georgia Ave, though officials haven't said whether the May 7 date represents the construction completion or just the maximum relocation period.
What Riders Need to Know
Passengers should look for the temporary stop on Kennedy Street NW at Illinois Avenue when boarding westbound C81 buses. Officials said riders can expect normal service levels despite the stop relocation. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and service alerts for WMATA routes, helping riders track C81 buses and navigate temporary stop changes throughout the construction period.
