Service information for Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5, 2021

Advisory Effective: 7/4/21 - 7/5/21

Updated 6/30/21 to reflect later closing time of Arlington Cemetery Station

Metro welcomes riders back and encourages the use of Metro as the fastest, most convenient way to get to Fourth of July holiday festivities on the National Mall and around the National Capital Region.

On Sunday, July 4, Metrorail will operate additional service to accommodate the thousands of riders expected to attend fireworks displays and other activities and on Monday, July 5 (observed holiday) trains will operate on a Sunday schedule. 

Metrobus will operate on a Sunday service schedule on Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5 (observed holiday). Please check timetables for details. MetroAccess customers may make reservations to travel during the holiday; however, subscription trips will be canceled both days. 

Due to the Platform Improvement Project on the Green and Yellow lines customers are advised that four stations - West Hyattsville, Prince George's Plaza, College Park-U of Md and Greenbelt - remain closed for platform reconstruction and station improvements through September 6. Free shuttle buses are provided. Park & Ride customers are encouraged to use alternate stations to avoid additional travel time for shuttle buses. 

As a reminder, federal law requires masks be worn when traveling on buses, trains, at all indoor stations and in MetroAccess vehicles. 

Below is an overview of rail and bus service for July 4 and July 5 (observed holiday), as well as some important travel tips to make your ride as comfortable and convenient as possible. 

HOURS & SERVICE

Metrorail:

Sunday, July 4

  • Metrorail will open at 8 a.m. and close at 11:00 p.m.
    Note: Last train time vary by station. Visit wmata.com/stations for specific times.
  • Trains will operate on a regular weekend schedule every 12 minutes on the Red Line and every 15 minutes on all other lines until 4 p.m.
  • After 4 p.m. and until closing service will ramp up to rush-hour service levels or better, every 6 minutes on the Red Line, every 8 minutes on the Orange Line and every 12 minutes on all other lines.
  • Due to the Platform Improvement Project:
    • Greenbelt, College Park, West Hyattsville and Prince George's Plaza are closed. 
    • Yellow Line trains operate between Huntington and Mt Vernon Sq only. 
    • Customers traveling to stations north of Mt Vernon Sq should transfer to the Green Line.
    • Free shuttle buses provided to/from the closed stations. 
    • Park & Ride customers are encouraged to consider parking at alternate stations to avoid additional travel times due to shuttle buses.
    • Customers that normally park at Greenbelt should use Forest Glen or New Carrollton instead.
    • View here for additional travel alternatives.

  • Due to large crowds, bicycles and large coolers are not permitted after 2:00 p.m.

Monday, July 5 (observed holiday)

  • Metrorail will open at 8 a.m. and close at 11 p.m.
  • Trains will operate on a Sunday schedule, every 12 minutes on the Red Line and every 15 minutes on all other lines until 8 p.m., then every 15 minutes on the Red Line and every 20 minutes on all other lines until closing.
  • Due to the Platform Improvement Project: 
    • Greenbelt, College Park, West Hyattsville and Prince George's Plaza are closed. 
    • Free shuttle buses provided to/from the closed stations.
    • Yellow Line trains operate between Huntington and Mt Vernon Sq only. 
    • Customers traveling to stations north of Mt Vernon Sq should transfer to the Green Line. 
    •  View here for additional travel alternatives.

Metrobus

Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5 

  • Buses will operate Sunday service levels. Schedule varies by route. 
  • View timetable for service details.
  • Customers should expect detours and delays due to road closures around the National Mall on July 4.

MetroAccess

Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5

  • Regular Sunday service hours. 
  • Customers wishing to travel on the holiday should make a separate reservation online (text only) or by calling 301-562-5360 (TTY 301-588-7535) 

Parking will be free at all Metro-operated facilities and off-peak fares will be in effect all day Sunday, July 4 and Monday, July 5.

TRAVELING TO THE NATIONAL MALL

The closest station to the Mall is Smithsonian, however this is not your best choice. While many passengers choose to use Smithsonian, this station can become overcrowded during larger Mall events. Metro recommends selecting a destination station on the same line as your origin to avoid the need to transfer. There is a station near the Mall on every line. Here is a list of suggested stations:

  • Foggy Bottom Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line
    • Due to this stations proximity to the Lincoln Memorial, it may become "exit only" prior to festivities and "entry only" afterward.
  • Metro Center Red Line Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line 
  • Federal Triangle Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line
  • Archives Yellow Line Green Line
  • Gallery Place Red Line Yellow Line Green Line
  • Judiciary Square Red Line
  • Union Station Red Line
  • L'Enfant Plaza Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line Yellow Line Green Line
  • Capitol South Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line
  • Federal Center SW Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line
  • Arlington Cemetery Blue Line. 
    • Arlington Cemetery Station will remain open until 11 p.m. on July 4, an hour later than its normal April 1 - September 30 closing time.

  • Smithsonian Orange Line Silver Line Blue Line
    • The National Mall side of Smithsonian Station will become "entry only" after 9 p.m. to accommodate returning crowds.
    • The Independence Avenue entrance of Smithsonian station will be available for both entry and exit throughout the entire day.

Sign up for MetroAlerts or follow us on Twitter @metrorailinfo and @metrobusinfo for up-to-the-minute station information.

METROBUS INFORMATION

FARE INFORMATION

  • Determine your fare, use the Trip Planner and enter July 4 as the travel date. Each passenger must have his or her own SmarTrip card or One-Day Pass.
  • SmarTrip mobile pay is your best option. Download the SmarTrip app for iOS or Android to buy a One-Day Pass for $13 or purchase a mobile SmarTrip card with enough round-trip value for you and all your travelers.
  • A One-Day Pass allows unlimited trips on Metrorail and Metrobus throughout the day.
  • Buy in advance. Skip the long lines at vending machines by loading enough value for your entire roundtrip, in advance, on your SmarTrip card.

TRAVEL TIPS

  • Due to large crowds, bicycles and large coolers will not be permitted on Metrorail after 2 p.m.
  • Smoking, eating and drinking are prohibited.
  • Traveling with a stroller? Use elevators, not escalators.
  • Always stand back from the platform edge for your safety.
  • When boarding the train, step all the way into the car to make room for passengers boarding behind you.

SAFETY AND SECURITY

  • Prohibited items at many events include alcohol, bicycles, explosives/fireworks, glass containers, coolers, animals (except service animals), weapons, and more. Be sure to check the event website for a complete list. If in doubt about whether an item will be permitted, it is best to leave it home.
  • See something suspicious? Say something! Report suspicious activity or unattended items to Metro Transit Police. Call 202-962-2121 or text MyMTPD (696873).

CUSTOMER SERVICE

Metro's customer information line and customer relations call centers will be closed during the holiday. Automated information is available 24/7 by calling (202) 637-7000 or online at wmata.com.