F20 Bus Detours Around Falls Church Construction
WMATA F20 bus route detours westbound service around Falls Church construction April 18-27
F20 Bus Route Detours Around Falls Church Work
WMATA's F20 bus route will detour around construction on Falls Church Drive for 10 days starting April 18, transit officials said. The street closure in West Falls Church will affect only westbound buses heading to Tysons, while eastbound service to King St-Old Town won't see changes. The detour runs through April 27.
Eastbound Service Continues Normally
Eastbound F20 buses traveling on Leesburg Pike toward King St-Old Town won't require any route changes during the construction period, according to WMATA. The street closure on Falls Church Drive only impacts the westbound direction of travel. Transit officials said the construction work necessitates a complete closure of Falls Church Drive in the West Falls Church area, making the detour necessary for buses heading toward Tysons.
Westbound Buses Follow Alternate Path
Westbound F20 buses will begin their detour at West Falls Church Station & Bus Bay E, officials said. The buses will then follow an alternate route before resuming their regular path on Leesburg Pike at Haycock Road. WMATA announced the detour will be in effect from Saturday, April 18, 2026, through Monday, April 27, 2026. Officials didn't specify the exact streets buses will use during the detoured portion between the station and Haycock Road.
Ten-Day Construction Window Set
The construction work causing the detour will span 10 days, from April 18 through April 27, according to WMATA's advisory last updated April 10. Officials didn't provide details about the nature of the construction work or which agency is performing it. The transit agency typically coordinates with local jurisdictions on street closures affecting bus routes.
Riders Can Track Route Changes
F20 passengers should expect slightly longer travel times on westbound trips during the detour period, though officials didn't provide specific delay estimates. WMATA encouraged riders to sign up for MetroAlerts for real-time service updates. Moovit provides live bus tracking and alternate route suggestions for F20 riders navigating the temporary detour.
