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Maryland Light RailLink suspends BWI Airport to Hunt Valley service this weekend
Light RailLink Shuts Part of Line This Weekend
Maryland's Light RailLink will suspend service between BWI Airport and Hunt Valley this weekend, transit officials said. The shutdown affects the system's full north-south corridor, impacting travelers heading to the airport and commuters throughout the Baltimore region. Officials classified the closure as high-severity, though they didn't specify which maintenance work requires the shutdown.
Background
The Light RailLink connects Hunt Valley in Baltimore County through downtown Baltimore to BWI Airport and Glen Burnie in Anne Arundel County. The line serves as a critical link for airport travelers and daily commuters along the Interstate 83 corridor. Transit agencies typically schedule weekend shutdowns to minimize disruption to weekday commuters, though officials haven't said whether this closure is part of a larger maintenance program or addresses a specific infrastructure need.
Service Details
The Maryland Transit Administration announced the closure January 15 for this weekend, though officials didn't provide details about shuttle bus service or alternative transportation options. Transit agencies usually provide replacement buses during planned shutdowns, but whether the MTA will offer shuttles and what routes they'd follow wasn't specified in available information. The closure affects the entire segment between the system's northern and southern terminals, meaning no Light RailLink service will operate on the affected portion.
Timeline
The shutdown takes effect this weekend, though officials didn't announce specific start and end times for the closure. Transit agencies typically begin weekend service disruptions Friday evening and restore normal service Monday morning, but the MTA hasn't confirmed that schedule. Officials also haven't said whether additional weekend closures are planned for coming months.
Rider Impact
Airport travelers and regular commuters should plan alternative transportation for weekend trips along the affected corridor. Officials said riders should check for updates before traveling, though specific details about replacement service weren't available by publication time. Moovit provides real-time service alerts and alternative route planning for Light RailLink and other Maryland Transit Administration services throughout the Baltimore region.
