WMATA Relocates Bus Stop to Improve Safety
WMATA relocates westbound bus stop on East-West Highway one block west due to safety issues
WMATA Moves Bus Stop One Block West for Safety
Riders using two bus routes in the Washington area will find their stop in a new location starting January 26. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority's relocating a westbound bus stop on East-West Highway from 43rd Street to 43rd Avenue—one block west—due to safety concerns. The permanent change affects passengers on routes M44 and P10 heading toward North Bethesda and College Park.
Safety Concerns Drive Permanent Change
Transit officials said the relocation addresses safety issues at the current stop location. The move's designed to improve conditions for riders waiting for and boarding buses at this intersection. WMATA typically evaluates stop locations based on pedestrian safety, traffic patterns, and accessibility standards. The agency didn't specify what particular safety hazards prompted this relocation, but permanent stop moves usually involve infrastructure concerns or traffic conflicts that can't be resolved at the existing location.
Stop Moves One Block West on Highway
The westbound stop at East-West Highway and 43rd Street—identified as stop ID 3001877—will permanently relocate to East-West Highway at 43rd Avenue effective January 26, 2026. The new location sits approximately one block west of the current stop. Routes M44 and P10 will serve the relocated stop, with both routes continuing their regular service to North Bethesda and College Park. Officials haven't said whether the stop will feature new shelters, benches, or other amenities at the 43rd Avenue location.
Change Takes Effect in Late January
The stop relocation takes effect January 26, 2026, and will remain permanent. WMATA's advisory period runs through April 26, 2026, giving riders three months to adjust to the new stop location. Transit officials said passengers should allow extra time to locate the new stop during the initial transition period. The agency encourages riders to sign up for MetroAlerts to receive updates about this and other service changes.
Riders Should Plan for New Stop Location
Passengers using routes M44 and P10 should look for the stop one block west of the current location starting January 26. Those unfamiliar with the area may want to scout the new stop location before the change takes effect. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, helping riders navigate service changes and find relocated stops throughout the Washington metropolitan area.
