WMATA Adjusts D40 Service for Construction Work
WMATA closes D40 bus stop at 7th and F St NW for construction until January 2028
WMATA Closes D40 Bus Stop for Two Years
Riders heading to Silver Spring Transit Center on WMATA's D40 route will need to use alternate stops starting Monday, January 12, 2026. The transit agency's closing the northbound stop at 7th St and F St, NW due to construction work that'll keep the location shuttered until January 14, 2028. The two-year closure affects stop ID #1003417, one of several stops serving the D40 route through downtown Washington.
Construction Work Drives Extended Closure
The closure's necessary to accommodate ongoing construction work in the area, according to WMATA officials. Transit agencies typically close stops for extended periods when street reconstruction, utility work, or building projects make it unsafe or impossible for buses to pull over and board passengers. The agency didn't specify what type of construction is happening at the 7th and F Street location. Long-term stop closures often involve coordination between transit operators, city planners, and construction contractors to minimize rider disruption while allowing infrastructure improvements to proceed.
Two Alternate Stops Available Nearby
D40 riders can use two alternate stops during the closure period, WMATA said. The first replacement stop's located at 7th St and H St, NW (stop ID #1003418), two blocks north of the closed location. The second option's at E St, NW (stop ID #1000995), one block south. Both stops serve northbound buses heading toward Silver Spring Transit Center. Passengers can board and exit at either alternate location, though officials didn't say whether all D40 trips will serve both replacement stops or if service patterns will vary.
Closure Runs Through Early 2028
The stop closure takes effect Monday, January 12, 2026, and runs through Wednesday, January 14, 2028—a span of just over two years. WMATA didn't provide a timeline for construction milestones or say whether the closure might end earlier if work finishes ahead of schedule. The agency encourages customers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service information updates throughout the closure period.
Riders Should Plan Extra Travel Time
D40 passengers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time for travel during the two-year closure, WMATA said. Walking to alternate stops may add several minutes to commutes, particularly for riders with mobility challenges or those unfamiliar with the replacement locations. Moovit provides real-time D40 bus locations and walking directions to both alternate stops, helping riders adjust their routes during the extended closure period.
