DC Metro Adjusts C63 Service for Construction

WMATA closes two C63 bus stops on Franklin St NE for construction through April 17

WMATA Closes C63 Bus Stops on Franklin St NE

Route C63 riders on Franklin St NE will need to use alternate stops as construction work forces temporary closures at two locations, transit officials said. The westbound stop at 26th St will be closed weekdays from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM between April 6 and April 17, 2026, while the Mills Ave stop closure runs through April 10. WMATA's directing passengers to three nearby alternate stops during the construction period.

Construction Work Drives Stop Closures

The temporary closures at Franklin St NE at 26th St (stop ID #1001912) are necessary to accommodate construction work in the area, according to WMATA. The weekday-only closure pattern from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM suggests the work involves daytime construction activities that don't interfere with weekend service. Transit agencies typically coordinate stop closures with local construction projects to ensure worker safety while minimizing rider disruption. The staggered closure dates for the two affected stops indicate the construction work's progressing along Franklin St NE in phases.

Three Alternate Stops Available for Riders

WMATA's provided three alternate stop locations for affected C63 passengers. The closest option is Franklin St NE at Mills Ave (stop ID #1001911), though that stop won't reopen until after April 10, 2026. Riders can also use South Dakota Ave NE at Bladensburg Rd (stop ID #1001895) or Franklin St NE at 22nd St (stop ID #1001905) throughout the closure period. Officials didn't specify walking distances between the closed stops and alternates, but the 22nd St location is four blocks west of the 26th St closure.

Weekday Closures Run Through Mid-April

The Franklin St NE at 26th St stop closure takes effect Monday, April 6, 2026, and continues through Friday, April 17, 2026. The restrictions apply only during weekday construction hours from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, meaning the stop remains available for evening and weekend service. The Mills Ave stop's scheduled to reopen after April 10, providing an additional alternate location for the final week of the 26th St closure.

Riders Should Plan for Route Adjustments

C63 passengers who regularly board at the affected Franklin St NE stops should allow extra time to reach alternate locations during the two-week closure period. WMATA apologized for any inconvenience and encouraged customers to sign up for service alerts. Moovit provides real-time updates for WMATA routes, helping riders track bus arrivals at alternate stop locations during construction-related service changes.