WMATA Adjusts D40 Service for Construction Work

WMATA closes D40 bus stop on 7th St NW until 2028 due to construction work

WMATA Closes D40 Bus Stop on 7th St for 2 Years

Riders heading to Silver Spring Transit Center on WMATA's D40 route will need to use different stops starting Monday. The transit agency closed the northbound bus stop at 7th St at F St, NW, due to construction, officials said. The closure affects stop ID 1003417 and will remain in effect until January 14, 2028.

Construction Work Requires Extended Closure

The two-year closure is necessary to accommodate ongoing construction work in the area, according to WMATA. The affected stop serves D40 buses traveling northbound toward Silver Spring Transit Center, a major transfer hub in Montgomery County. Transit agencies typically close stops during extended construction projects when work zones make it unsafe or impossible for buses to pull over and board passengers. Officials didn't specify what type of construction is taking place or whether it's related to street improvements, utility work, or building development.

Two Alternate Stops Available Nearby

Riders can use two alternate stops during the closure period, WMATA said. The alternative locations are at 7th St at H St, NW (stop ID 1003418) and E St, NW (stop ID 1000995). Passengers can board and exit D40 buses at these locations throughout the closure period. The agency encourages customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service information updates. Officials didn't say how far riders will need to walk from the closed stop to reach the alternate locations.

Closure Runs Through January 2028

The stop closure took effect Monday, January 12, 2026, and will continue until Wednesday, January 14, 2028. The extended timeline suggests significant construction work in the area. WMATA typically provides advance notice of long-term stop closures to allow riders to adjust their routines. Officials said riders should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time for travel during this period.

Riders Should Plan for Longer Walks

D40 passengers who regularly use the closed stop will need to walk to one of the two alternate locations for the next two years. The change may add several minutes to commutes depending on riders' origins and destinations. WMATA said riders should allow extra travel time to account for the longer walk to alternate stops. Moovit provides real-time D40 bus locations and updates on stop changes to help riders plan their trips during the closure.