MARC Protects Service Continuity on Two Lines
MARC Camden and Brunswick lines switch to R Schedule on Feb 23, 2026
MARC Runs R Schedule on Two Lines Feb 23
MARC train riders on the Camden and Brunswick lines need to check schedules before traveling Monday, Feb. 23, 2026. Both lines will operate on R Schedule for the day, transit officials said. The Maryland Transit Administration classified the change as high-severity, meaning commuters should expect significant differences from regular weekday service patterns and plan extra travel time.
Background on Schedule Changes
The R Schedule affects two of MARC's three commuter rail lines serving the Washington-Baltimore region. The Camden Line connects Baltimore's Camden Station to Washington's Union Station, while the Brunswick Line runs from Washington through Maryland to Martinsburg, West Virginia. Transit agencies typically implement alternative schedules for holidays, special events, or operational needs, though officials didn't specify the reason for Monday's R Schedule. The Maryland Transit Administration manages MARC service across 187 miles of track serving commuters in Maryland, West Virginia, and Washington.
Service Details
Officials said both the Camden and Brunswick lines will follow R Schedule service patterns throughout Monday. Specific details about train frequencies, departure times, or how many trains will operate weren't provided in the alert. The agency published the notice Monday morning, giving commuters same-day notification of the schedule change. MARC's third line, the Penn Line, wasn't mentioned in the alert and appears to maintain regular service.
Implementation Timeline
The R Schedule takes effect Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, for both affected lines. Officials didn't say whether the alternative schedule will extend beyond Monday or when regular weekday service will resume. The Maryland Transit Administration published the alert the same day as implementation, though whether riders received advance notice through other channels wasn't clear from available information.
Rider Impact
Commuters who regularly use the Camden or Brunswick lines should verify departure times before traveling Monday and allow extra time for their trips. Officials said riders can check current schedules and service information, though specific details about how R Schedule differs from regular weekday service weren't immediately available. Moovit provides real-time updates for MARC train service to help riders plan trips during schedule changes.
