WMATA Adjusts D40 Service for Construction Work
WMATA closes D40 bus stop at 7th and F Street NW for construction until 2028
WMATA Closes D40 Bus Stop for Two Years
D40 riders in downtown Washington will need to walk an extra block or two starting January 12, 2026. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's closing the northbound bus stop at 7th Street and F Street NW for construction work that'll last until January 14, 2028. The stop serves buses heading to Silver Spring Transit Center.
Construction Forces Long-Term Stop Closure
The two-year closure affects stop ID 1003417, one of several D40 stops serving downtown Washington's business district. WMATA officials said construction work in the area requires the extended closure, though specific details about the construction project weren't provided. Transit agencies typically close stops for infrastructure improvements, utility work, or nearby development projects. The closure represents one of the longer-term stop closures in recent WMATA history.
Two Alternative Stops Available Nearby
Riders can use two alternate stops during the closure period. The first option's located two blocks north at 7th Street and H Street NW (stop ID 1003418), while the second sits one block south on E Street NW (stop ID 1000995). Both stops serve the D40 route and allow passengers to board buses heading toward Silver Spring Transit Center. WMATA officials said customers can board and exit at these alternate locations throughout the closure period.
Closure Takes Effect in January 2026
The stop closure begins January 12, 2026, and continues through January 14, 2028. WMATA officials didn't specify whether advance signage will be posted at the affected stop before the closure date. The agency recommends passengers sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates about the closure and other D40 route changes.
Riders Should Plan for Extra Walking Time
D40 passengers who regularly use the 7th and F Street stop should add several minutes to their commute to reach alternate stops. The detour affects riders traveling to Silver Spring Transit Center and other northbound destinations. Moovit provides real-time D40 bus locations and updated stop information to help riders navigate the temporary closure.
