WMATA Relocates Bus Stop for Rider Safety
WMATA relocates westbound bus stop one block west on East-West Highway for safety
WMATA Moves Bus Stop West on East-West Highway
Riders catching westbound buses on East-West Highway at 43rd Street will need to walk one block west starting January 26. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's relocating the stop to East-West Highway at 43rd Avenue permanently, affecting routes M44 and P10. The change is being made for safety reasons, transit officials said.
Safety Concerns Drive Permanent Change
The relocation addresses safety issues at the current stop location on 43rd Street, according to WMATA. The westbound stop serves riders heading toward North Bethesda and College Park on two routes that connect suburban Maryland communities. Transit agencies typically relocate stops when traffic patterns, visibility concerns, or pedestrian safety issues make the current location problematic. The one-block shift is designed to provide a safer boarding and alighting environment for passengers using the affected routes.
Two Routes Affected by Stop Move
Routes M44 and P10 will serve the new stop location at East-West Highway and 43rd Avenue. The current stop, identified as stop ID 3001877, will no longer be in service after January 26. WMATA hasn't specified how many daily riders use the affected stop or provided ridership figures for the two routes. The agency issued an advisory effective through April 26, 2026, though the stop relocation itself is permanent. Officials said the extended advisory period will help ensure riders are aware of the change.
Change Takes Effect January 26
The stop relocation becomes effective January 26, 2026, with WMATA's advisory running through April 26. The agency encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive service updates. Customer service is available by phone Monday through Friday from 7 am to 8 pm and weekends from 8 am to 8 pm.
Riders Should Plan for New Stop Location
Passengers who regularly use the westbound stop should allow extra time to walk to the new location one block west. Those unfamiliar with the area may want to scout the new stop location before January 26 to avoid confusion on the first day of the change. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and plan trips with current stop locations.
