WMATA Adjusts P87 Route Stop on Allentown Rd

WMATA closes westbound P87 stop on Allentown Rd, directs riders to alternate location

WMATA Closes P87 Bus Stop on Allentown Rd April 6

Riders of WMATA's Route P87 will need to use a different bus stop starting next month. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced Monday that the westbound stop on Allentown Rd at Old Branch Ave will close permanently beginning April 6, 2026. The closure affects stop ID 3002754, which serves passengers traveling westbound on the P87 route.

Alternative Stop Location Provided

Transit officials said the closure is part of ongoing service adjustments across the system. Agencies typically close stops to improve service efficiency, address safety concerns, or respond to changes in ridership patterns. WMATA didn't specify the reason for this particular closure. The transit authority said passengers should plan their trips accordingly and allow extra time during the transition period.

Riders Directed to Nearby Stop

Passengers who previously used the closing stop will need to walk to an alternate location on Allentown Rd at Camp Springs Ave, designated as stop ID 3004584. Officials didn't provide the distance between the two stops or estimated walking time for riders making the switch. The alternative stop also serves westbound P87 buses. Transit officials apologized for any inconvenience the closure may cause but didn't say whether additional accommodations will be made for riders with mobility challenges.

Closure Takes Effect April 6

The permanent closure takes effect Monday, April 6, 2026, and will remain in place through at least April 6, 2027, according to WMATA. Officials didn't explain why a permanent closure has an end date listed one year out. The agency said riders can contact customer support at 202.GO.METRO for additional assistance with the change.

Impact on Route P87 Riders

P87 riders who regularly use the Allentown Rd and Old Branch Ave stop should identify the new stop location before April 6 to avoid missing their bus. Officials said passengers can sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates, though they didn't specify whether advance notice will be posted at the closing stop. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes.