MTA Restores DC Bus Stop After Construction

MTA moves DC bus stop back to 18th and K Streets after construction ends March 31

MTA Restores DC Bus Stop to 18th and K Streets

Maryland Transit Administration commuter bus riders heading to downtown Washington will find their stop back at its original location starting March 31. The temporary stop at 18th Street and I Street, N.W. is moving back to 18th Street and K Street, N.W. following construction completion, transit officials said. The change affects five commuter routes serving Columbia, Silver Spring, Clarksville, Ellicott City, La Plata, and Waldorf.

Construction Completion Enables Original Stop Restoration

The stop relocation follows the completion of area construction work that necessitated the temporary move, according to the transit agency. MTA commuter bus routes typically serve suburban Maryland communities with direct service to downtown Washington employment centers. The restoration returns riders to the stop location used before construction began, though officials didn't specify how long the temporary arrangement had been in place. Transit agencies generally relocate stops during construction to maintain safety and accessibility for boarding passengers.

Five Routes Return to K Street Location

The stop change affects MTA commuter bus routes 305, 325, 335, 345, and 630, officials said. These routes connect suburban Maryland communities to downtown Washington during weekday commute hours. The alert remains effective through April 10 at 11:59 PM, giving riders time to adjust to the restored location. Officials didn't provide ridership figures for the affected routes or specify whether the stop change affects both morning and evening service or only certain trip directions.

Riders Should Verify Stop Location

The stop restoration takes effect March 31 at 11:00 AM, transit officials confirmed. Riders should plan their commutes accordingly and allow extra time to locate the restored stop location if they've become accustomed to the temporary arrangement. The agency didn't say whether additional signage will be posted to direct riders from the old temporary location to the restored stop.

Commuters Advised to Plan Ahead

MTA commuter bus riders using routes 305, 325, 335, 345, or 630 should verify the stop location before their March 31 commute to avoid confusion. The restored stop at 18th and K Streets, N.W. serves as the primary downtown Washington boarding point for these suburban Maryland routes. Moovit provides real-time location information and service updates for MTA commuter bus routes throughout the Washington region.