DC-Maryland-Virginia Bus Stop Shifts to Boost Service

WMATA permanently closes MacArthur Boulevard bus stop on August 22, affecting D6 and D2 routes

WMATA Closes MacArthur Boulevard Bus Stop Aug 22

WMATA will permanently close a bus stop on MacArthur Boulevard NW at Loughboro Road NW starting August 22, transit officials said. The closure affects Routes D6 and D2, requiring riders to use alternative stops nearby. Officials didn't specify how many daily riders will be affected or provide ridership data for the location.

Alternative Stops Available Nearby

The closure is part of WMATA's ongoing service adjustments, though the agency hasn't publicly stated the specific reason for eliminating this stop. Transit agencies typically close stops to improve service efficiency, address safety concerns, or respond to infrastructure changes. WMATA directed affected riders to two alternative stops: MacArthur Boulevard NW at Whitehaven Parkway NW and MacArthur Boulevard NW at Arizona Avenue NW. The walking distance from the closed stop to these alternatives wasn't specified by the agency.

Two Routes Affected by Change

The permanent closure impacts two bus routes that serve the MacArthur Boulevard corridor in Northwest DC. Routes D6 and D2 will no longer stop at the Loughboro Road location after August 22. WMATA's service status page lists the change as high-severity, indicating significant impact on riders who use this specific stop. Officials haven't released data on how the closure might affect overall route performance or travel times for the affected routes.

Implementation Set for Late August

The closure takes effect August 22, 2025, though officials didn't say when the change was originally announced or how much advance notice riders received. Transit agencies typically notify customers several weeks before service changes, but whether WMATA conducted community outreach or public meetings about this closure wasn't available. The date of the original announcement wasn't provided on the agency's service status page.

Riders Should Plan Alternative Routes

Customers who regularly use the MacArthur Boulevard stop at Loughboro Road should identify their nearest alternative stop before the August closure. WMATA recommends using stops at Whitehaven Parkway or Arizona Avenue for Routes D6 and D2 service. Riders can check real-time bus locations and updated stop information through Moovit to plan their trips after the closure takes effect.