MTA Route 840 Lot Maintenance Keeps Service Running

MTA Route 840 South Lot closes April 16-17 for resealing, riders directed to North Lot

MTA Route 840 Lot Closes for Maintenance

Commuters using Maryland Transit Administration's Route 840 will need to find alternate parking at Crossroad Christian Church starting Thursday afternoon. The South Lot at the commuter bus location closes at 2:00 PM on April 16, 2026, for resealing work and won't reopen until 8:00 PM on April 17, transit officials said. The closure affects riders traveling between St. Leonard/Prince Frederick and Washington, DC.

Maintenance Work Requires Temporary Closure

The South Lot closure is necessary for scheduled resealing maintenance, according to the transit agency. Park-and-ride facilities require periodic maintenance to preserve pavement integrity and extend the lifespan of parking surfaces. Transit agencies typically schedule such work during periods that minimize rider impact, though some disruption remains unavoidable. The MTA operates numerous park-and-ride lots throughout Maryland to serve its commuter bus network, which connects suburban communities to employment centers in the Baltimore-Washington region.

Alternative Parking Available During Work

Riders who normally use the South Lot should park in the North Lot at the upper level of the facility during the closure, transit officials said. The agency will post signage on-site to direct commuters to the alternate parking location. Officials didn't specify how many parking spaces are available in each lot or whether the North Lot has sufficient capacity to accommodate all displaced vehicles. Route 840 bus service itself won't be affected by the parking lot work, and buses will continue operating on their regular schedule.

Work Spans Thursday Afternoon Through Friday

The closure takes effect at 2:00 PM on Thursday, April 16, 2026, and continues through 8:00 PM on Friday, April 17, according to the service alert. The timing means the lot will be unavailable for Friday morning commuters who typically arrive early to catch buses into Washington. The South Lot is scheduled to reopen Friday evening, making it available again for weekend use and the following Monday's commute.

Riders Should Plan for Parking Changes

Commuters should allow extra time Thursday afternoon and Friday morning to locate parking in the North Lot, transit officials said. Riders unfamiliar with the alternate lot location should arrive earlier than usual to avoid missing their scheduled bus departure. Moovit provides real-time updates for MTA Route 840 and other Maryland transit services, helping riders track bus arrivals and plan trips during service changes.