WMATA Adjusts Route P87 Stop for Better Service

WMATA closes westbound P87 stop on Allentown Rd, directs riders to nearby alternative

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 transit agency announced Monday that the westbound stop on Allentown Rd and Old Branch Ave will close permanently beginning April 6, 2026. The closure affects stop ID 3002754, which serves passengers traveling westbound on the route.

Part of Ongoing Service Adjustments

The closure is part of WMATA's ongoing service adjustments across its bus network, transit officials said. Transit agencies periodically evaluate bus stop locations based on ridership patterns, safety considerations, and operational efficiency. Officials didn't specify the reason for closing this particular stop. The change represents one of several modifications the agency makes throughout the year to optimize service delivery and resource allocation across the Washington metropolitan area.

Alternative Stop Located Nearby

Passengers who previously used the closing stop will board at a new location on Allentown Rd at Camp Springs Ave, designated as stop ID 3004584. The alternative westbound stop will accommodate all boarding and exiting for Route P87 riders in the area. Officials said the new stop location maintains service coverage for the neighborhood. The transit authority didn't provide the distance between the old and new stop locations, though both are situated on Allentown Rd.

Closure Takes Effect April 6

The permanent closure takes effect Monday, April 6, 2026, according to WMATA. The agency issued an advisory effective through April 6, 2027, giving riders a full year of notification about the change. Officials apologized for any inconvenience and advised customers to plan trips accordingly and allow extra time during the transition period. WMATA didn't say whether additional signage would be posted at the closing stop to direct riders to the alternative location.

Riders Should Plan for Transition

Route P87 passengers should familiarize themselves with the new stop location before the April 6 closure to avoid confusion. Transit officials encouraged riders to allow extra time during the initial transition period as they adjust to boarding at the alternative stop. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and plan trips with current route details.