Metro SubwayLink Tests Track to Strengthen Reliability

Metro SubwayLink runs single track between Owings Mills and Reisterstown Plaza April 4-5

Metro SubwayLink Sets Weekend Single-Track

Maryland Transit Administration's Metro SubwayLink will operate on a single track between Owings Mills and Reisterstown Plaza stations this weekend for scheduled train system testing. The service modification affects Saturday, April 4th, and Sunday, April 5th, 2026, from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm. Riders traveling through this section should plan for additional travel time of 10-15 minutes.

Testing Supports System Reliability

The temporary service adjustment will help ensure the continued safety and reliability of the Metro Subway system, according to the transit agency. Single-tracking operations allow maintenance crews and engineers to conduct essential testing on one track while trains continue operating on the adjacent track. This approach minimizes service disruptions while enabling critical infrastructure work. The affected route runs the full length of the Metro SubwayLink line from Owings Mills to Johns Hopkins.

Limited Section Sees Delays

The single-tracking will be confined to the segment between Owings Mills and Reisterstown Plaza stations during the six-hour window each day. Transit officials said trains will alternate using one track in both directions through this section, which requires coordination between train operators and control center staff. The testing work is classified under 'Other Cause' and 'Other Effect' categories in the agency's service alert system. All other portions of the Metro SubwayLink line will maintain normal two-track operations throughout the weekend.

Weekend Window Minimizes Impact

MTA scheduled the testing for weekend midday hours when ridership is typically lower than weekday peak periods. The work will conclude by 6:00 pm each evening, allowing normal service to resume for evening travel. Officials said the weekend timing reduces the number of affected riders while still providing sufficient time to complete necessary system testing.

Riders Should Plan Extra Time

Passengers traveling through the Owings Mills to Reisterstown Plaza section should add 10-15 minutes to their expected trip times during the affected hours. MTA thanks riders for their patience and continued use of public transit services. Moovit provides real-time updates for Metro SubwayLink service, helping riders plan trips and track train arrivals during the single-tracking operations.