F1X Route Adjusts for Gorgas Road Construction
F1X bus route detours via Gunston and Sibert Roads during Gorgas Road construction
F1X Bus Route Detours Around Gorgas Road Work
WMATA's F1X bus route will detour around construction on Gorgas Road for five months starting March 30, transit officials said. The work affects a stretch between Gunston Road and Woodlawn Road, with southbound buses heading to Fort Belvoir Commissary rerouting via Gunston Road and Sibert Road. Northbound service to King St-Old Town won't be affected by the construction.
Construction Impact on Route
The detour stems from road construction that'll close a section of Gorgas Road through late August, according to WMATA. Officials said the work requires southbound buses to bypass the affected area entirely while northbound buses can continue using their regular route. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or which entity is performing the work. Road construction projects in the Fort Belvoir area typically involve infrastructure improvements or utility work coordinated with military base operations.
Detour Route Details
Southbound F1X buses will leave their regular route at Gunston Road and follow Sibert Road to reconnect with the standard path, WMATA confirmed. The detour adds travel time to southbound trips, though officials haven't said how many additional minutes riders should expect. Northbound buses traveling from Fort Belvoir Commissary toward King St-Old Town will maintain their normal route through the construction zone. The agency said the detour route was designed to minimize disruption while maintaining safe access to all regular stops outside the construction area.
Five-Month Timeline
The detour takes effect March 30 and runs through August 31, 2026, WMATA announced. Officials said the timeline aligns with the expected duration of road construction but noted the detour will remain in effect until further notice. The agency typically evaluates construction-related detours as work progresses and adjusts service when roads reopen earlier or later than initially projected.
Rider Information
Passengers can expect modified travel times on southbound F1X trips during the five-month detour period. WMATA encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts for real-time service updates as construction progresses. Moovit provides current F1X schedules and detour information to help riders plan trips during the Gorgas Road work.
