WMATA Relocates M44 Stop for Safety
WMATA relocates M44 and P10 westbound stop one block west on East-West Highway due to safety
WMATA Moves M44 Bus Stop One Block West on East-West Hwy
Riders catching the M44 or P10 bus on East-West Highway will need to walk one block farther starting January 26. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority announced the westbound stop at 43rd Street will permanently relocate to 43rd Avenue due to safety concerns. The change affects buses 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 westbound stop at East-West Highway and 43rd Street, identified as stop ID 3001877, has served riders on two routes for years. WMATA typically relocates stops when infrastructure conditions, traffic patterns, or pedestrian safety warrant changes. Officials didn't specify what particular safety hazard prompted this move, but permanent relocations usually involve ongoing concerns rather than temporary construction.
One-Block Westward Move Affects Two Routes
The new stop will be positioned at East-West Highway and 43rd Avenue, one block west of the current location. Both the M44 and P10 routes will use the relocated stop for westbound service. Transit officials said the move is permanent rather than temporary, meaning riders should plan for the new location indefinitely. The agency issued an advisory effective through April 26, 2026, though the stop change itself takes effect January 26 and won't revert after the advisory period ends.
Change Takes Effect Late January
The stop relocation becomes effective January 26, 2026. WMATA encourages passengers to sign up for MetroAlerts for service updates, though officials didn't say whether additional advance notice will be posted at the current stop location. Riders can contact WMATA at 202-GO-METRO weekdays from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. or weekends from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with questions.
Riders Should Plan for New Stop Location
Passengers who regularly use the westbound stop should add an extra block to their walking route starting late January. Those unfamiliar with the area should look for the stop at the intersection of East-West Highway and 43rd Avenue rather than 43rd Street. Real-time arrival information and updated stop locations are available through Moovit, which provides trip planning and service alerts for WMATA routes throughout the Washington metropolitan area.
