Metro Moves A29 Stop Back to Independence Ave

DC Metro relocates northbound A29 and F19 bus stop one block south on 14th Street SW

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DC Metro Moves A29 Bus Stop to Independence Ave

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Riders using DC Metro's A29 and F19 bus routes will need to head to a new pickup location starting next month. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced Monday that the northbound bus stop at 14th Street SW and C Street will permanently relocate to 14th Street SW at Independence Avenue, effective May 4. The change affects stop #1000710, which serves routes heading toward Metro Center and Potomac Park.

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The relocation returns the bus stop to its original location at Independence Avenue, transit officials said. WMATA periodically adjusts stop locations based on operational needs, pedestrian safety considerations, and coordination with District infrastructure projects. The agency didn't specify what prompted this particular move back to the Independence Avenue location. Bus stop relocations typically aim to improve passenger access, reduce conflicts with traffic flow, or accommodate street construction and maintenance work.

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Both the A29 and F19 routes will use the relocated stop beginning May 4, according to WMATA. The new stop location at 14th Street SW and Independence Avenue sits approximately one block south of the current C Street location. Transit officials said the change is permanent rather than temporary, distinguishing it from short-term detours related to construction or special events. The agency listed the relocation as scheduled to remain in effect through July 4, 2026, though officials didn't clarify whether that represents a review date or potential endpoint for what's described as a permanent change.

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The stop relocation takes effect Monday, May 4, 2026, WMATA confirmed. The agency typically posts notices at affected stops several weeks before changes take effect, though officials didn't specify when signage updates will appear at the current C Street location. Transit officials said they'll update printed schedules and route maps to reflect the new stop location, but didn't provide a timeline for when those materials will be available.

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Riders who regularly use the northbound A29 or F19 at 14th Street SW should plan to walk one additional block south to Independence Avenue starting May 4. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts for service notifications, though officials didn't say whether individual alerts will be sent about this specific stop change. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and updated stop information for DC Metro routes, helping riders navigate service changes throughout the Washington area.