Metro Adjusts Routes for Rock 'n' Roll Marathon

Metro buses detour March 21 from 1am to 2:30pm for Rock 'n' Roll Marathon street closures

Metro Buses Detour March 21 for Rock 'n' Roll Run

Multiple Metro bus routes will detour Saturday, March 21, as the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon takes over city streets, transit officials said. The detours will affect service from 1:00am through 2:30pm, with some routes continuing on modified paths until 7:00pm due to construction. Riders should expect delays and plan extra travel time during the event.

Marathon Route Requires Service Changes

The Rock 'n' Roll Marathon typically draws thousands of runners through major city corridors, requiring temporary street closures that affect transit operations, according to the transit agency. Officials coordinate with race organizers to minimize disruptions while ensuring runner safety. Specific route numbers affected weren't available by publication time. Transit agencies typically reroute buses around large-scale events to maintain service while accommodating temporary street closures.

Extended Detours Due to Construction

While most bus routes will return to normal service by 2:30pm after marathon participants clear the course, some routes will remain on detour until 7:00pm due to ongoing construction work, officials said. The agency didn't specify which routes will face extended detours or what construction projects are causing the additional delays. Officials said the construction work is unrelated to the marathon but coincides with the event timing. Riders on affected routes should check for service updates throughout the day.

Early Morning Start for Detours

The detours begin at 1:00am Saturday to allow crews to set up course barriers and safety equipment before runners start, transit officials said. The early start time affects overnight and early morning bus service for shift workers and airport travelers. Officials didn't say whether additional buses will be deployed to handle displaced riders or if service frequencies will change during the detour period.

Riders Should Plan Ahead

Transit officials urged riders to allow extra travel time and expect delays throughout Saturday. The agency said it'll post detour information at affected stops, though specific details about which stops will be temporarily relocated weren't provided. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and route updates to help riders navigate service changes during the marathon.