Major bus detours

Updated: 10/11/2026

Major events throughout the year may result in temporary Metro Bus service changes. Customers should expect possible detours, route adjustments, and stop relocations during these periods.

Upcoming events

Marine Corps Marathon

  • Sunday, October 25, 2026, 7 am
  • Starts at the Pentagon and winds through major DC landmarks and parks including Rock Creek Park and the National Mall
  • Event link

Routes expected to detour: A1X | A11 | A27 | A40 | A58 | A66 | A76 | C11 | C55 | D1X | D10 | D30 | D4X | D40 | D44 | D5X | D50 | D6X | D60 | D74 | F44 | F62

National Women's Soccer League (NWSL)

Championship

  • Saturday, November 21, 2026, 8 pm
  • Audi Field, 100 Potomac Av SW, Washington, DC 20024
  • Event link

No detours are planned for this event. However routes C31 and C55 may experience delays.

Tips and tools for navigating detours

Metro Bus service will continue to operate during upcoming major events, but route changes may occur. 

Detour updates

Visit wmata.com/alerts or Rider Tools to learn whether your route is impacted by detours. When routes are adjusted, specific information will be provided in a service advisory. This will include whether your stop is impacted and, if so, where you can catch the bus instead.

Next bus information

Use Rider Tools to view next bus arrival information or search for arrivals at specific stops and nearby locations.

Metro Pulse mobile app

The Metro Pulse mobile app is an excellent tool for accessing real-time Metro Bus information.