WMATA Adjusts Bus Stops for Station Upgrade

WMATA closes westbound stop at Pennsylvania Ave SE and 14th St for D10, D1X routes

DC Closes Bus Stop on Pennsylvania Ave March 9

Riders using the D10 and D1X bus routes on Pennsylvania Ave SE will need to find a new stop starting March 9. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced a permanent closure of the westbound bus stop at Pennsylvania Ave SE and 14th St, effective March 9. The closure stems from the Potomac Avenue Station project and affects two routes serving the area.

Infrastructure Project Drives Permanent Change

The closure is tied to the Potomac Avenue Station project, which involves infrastructure improvements in the area. Transit agencies typically make permanent stop changes when construction projects require reconfiguration of street-level facilities or when station improvements affect nearby bus operations. WMATA's advisory is scheduled to remain in effect from March 9, 2026, through March 9, 2028. The permanent nature of this closure indicates it's part of a larger infrastructure effort, though officials didn't provide details about the full scope of the Potomac Avenue Station project.

Riders Redirected to Nearby Potomac Ave Stop

Passengers who previously used the stop at Pennsylvania Ave SE and 14th St will need to use an alternative bus stop located on Pennsylvania Ave SE at Potomac Ave, designated as stop ID #1000576. The transit authority said riders should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time to reach the new bus stop location. Officials didn't specify the exact distance between the closed stop and the replacement stop. WMATA apologized for any inconvenience the closure may cause to riders.

Change Takes Effect March 9, Lasts Through 2028

The bus stop closure takes effect March 9, 2026, and the advisory remains in place through March 9, 2028. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates and information. Officials didn't say whether additional stop changes are planned in connection with the Potomac Avenue Station project or when construction work will be completed.

Riders Should Plan for New Stop Location

Commuters who regularly use the D10 and D1X routes at this location should familiarize themselves with the new stop at Potomac Ave before March 9. WMATA provides various customer support options including phone lines and online resources for additional assistance. Moovit offers real-time bus tracking and trip planning for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find the most efficient routes to their destinations.