WMATA F20 Detours for Falls Church Construction
WMATA F20 bus westbound service detours April 13-27 for Falls Church Drive construction
WMATA F20 Bus Detours April 13-27 for Construction
WMATA's F20 bus route will detour for two weeks starting April 13 due to construction on Falls Church Drive near West Falls Church Station, transit officials said. The temporary route change affects westbound buses heading to Tysons, while eastbound service to King St-Old Town won't be impacted. The detour runs through April 27, and riders should expect possible delays during the construction period.
Construction Closes Street Near Metro Station
The detour's necessary to accommodate construction work that'll close Falls Church Drive near the West Falls Church Station, according to the transit agency. WMATA typically implements temporary route changes when street closures affect regular bus paths, allowing construction projects to proceed while maintaining transit service. The agency said it'll provide updates throughout the two-week construction period to keep passengers informed of any changes. Officials didn't specify what type of construction work is being performed or whether the project's part of a larger infrastructure improvement plan.
Westbound Buses Follow Alternate Route
Westbound F20 buses will begin detouring at West Falls Church Station and Bus Bay E, then resume their regular route on Leesburg Pike at Haycock Road, officials said. Eastbound F20 buses traveling on Leesburg Pike to King St-Old Town won't require any detour and will maintain their normal route throughout the construction period. The agency didn't provide specific details about how much additional travel time the detour might add for westbound passengers. Officials said riders should plan for possible delays and allow extra travel time during this period.
Two-Week Detour Begins Monday
The detour takes effect Monday, April 13, 2026, and continues until Monday, April 27, 2026. WMATA announced the temporary route change to give riders advance notice before the construction work begins. The agency said passengers are encouraged to sign up for MetroAlerts for the latest service information during the detour period.
Riders Should Plan for Extra Travel Time
Passengers using the westbound F20 route to Tysons should allow additional time for their trips during the two-week construction period. The detour will add stops and turns that aren't part of the regular route, potentially extending travel times. Riders can check Moovit for real-time F20 bus locations and updated arrival times during the detour period to help plan their trips more effectively.
