WMATA Upgrades Shelters at Grosvenor Station

Route 46 shelter at Grosvenor-Strathmore relocates temporarily for upgrades April 27-May 11

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WMATA Route 46 Stop Moves at Grosvenor Station

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Route 46 riders at Grosvenor-Strathmore station will need to board at a different location starting late April. Beginning April 27, 2026, bus shelter E serving the southbound route will temporarily close and relocate to temporary stop/shelter F, WMATA announced. The closure's scheduled to last until May 11, 2026, as part of ongoing shelter improvements at the station.

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The temporary relocation is part of WMATA's Better Bus initiative's Bus Stop and Shelter Improvements Program, which launched in 2023. The program's replacing some of the region's oldest bus shelters, many of which have been in place for nearly 50 years. Transit officials said the upgrades aim to modernize infrastructure while maintaining service continuity. The work at Grosvenor-Strathmore represents one of dozens of shelter replacements planned across the system.

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Riders are advised to follow posted signage directing them to the temporary stops along the Grosvenor-Strathmore Bus Loop. All temporary bus stop areas and construction zones will be clearly marked for safety, according to WMATA. The new shelters will maintain weather protection while adding enhanced safety features including translucent walls, LED-lit roofs for improved visibility, and designated accessibility areas with ADA-compliant seating. Some noise is expected during construction work hours.

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The two-week closure begins April 27, 2026, and runs through May 11, 2026. Passengers should stay clear of work areas and follow all posted signs during the construction period, transit officials said. WMATA didn't specify exact construction hours, though work is expected to occur during daytime periods. The agency said service on route 46 will continue without schedule changes during the relocation.

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Route 46 riders should allow extra time to locate the temporary shelter F during the closure period. Transit officials said all signage will be in place before the April 27 start date to help passengers navigate the changes. Moovit provides real-time bus locations and stop information for WMATA routes, including updates on temporary stop relocations throughout the system.