WMATA Adjusts D40 Service for Downtown Construction

WMATA closes D40 bus stop at 7th and F St NW for construction until January 2028

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

Riders using the D40 bus route in downtown Washington will need to find alternate stops starting Monday, January 12, 2026. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the northbound stop at 7th St and F St, NW (stop #1003417) will close for two years due to construction work. The closure affects buses heading toward Silver Spring Transit Center and won't reopen until January 14, 2028.

Construction Work Drives Extended Closure

The two-year closure is part of ongoing construction activities in downtown Washington, transit officials said. WMATA typically closes bus stops temporarily when construction projects make them inaccessible or unsafe for boarding passengers. The extended timeline suggests significant infrastructure work in the area, though officials didn't specify the exact nature of the construction project. Downtown Washington has seen multiple development and infrastructure projects in recent years that have required temporary transit adjustments.

Two Alternative Stops Available Nearby

WMATA designated two alternate stops for D40 riders during the closure. Passengers can use the stop at 7th St and H St, NW (stop #1003418), located two blocks north of the closed stop. A second option is available on E St, NW (stop #1000995). Both locations will accommodate boarding and exiting for northbound D40 service. Transit officials said customers should allow extra time for walking to the alternate stops, though they didn't provide specific distance estimates.

Closure Takes Effect Monday Morning

The stop closure begins Monday, January 12, 2026, and will remain in effect through Wednesday, January 14, 2028. WMATA didn't specify whether the closure will affect all service hours or if there'll be any temporary reopenings during the two-year period. The transit authority encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts for updates about the closure and any potential changes to the timeline.

Riders Should Plan for Route Changes

D40 passengers who regularly use the 7th St and F St stop should identify which alternate location works best for their commute before the closure begins. Transit officials said both replacement stops will handle the same northbound service toward Silver Spring Transit Center. Riders can use Moovit to find real-time bus arrivals at the alternate stops and plan trips with the updated boarding locations during the two-year construction period.