Traffic & Transit

Weekend Metro Schedule: Station Closures, Possible Delays

Here's what to expect if you're taking the Metro this weekend.

Here's what to expect if you're taking the Metro this weekend.
Here's what to expect if you're taking the Metro this weekend. (Emily Leayman/Patch)

BETHESDA, MD — Taking the Metro this weekend? Here's everything you need to know before heading out the door.

Red Line trains will operate every 12 to 15 minutes.

Blue Line trains will run every 18 to 20 minutes. Due to signal upgrades, Franconia-Springfield and Van Dorn Street stations will be closed. Free shuttle buses will replace trains between Franconia-Springfield, Van Dorn Street, and Eisenhower Avenue; and free express shuttle buses will be available between Franconia-Springfield and Pentagon. Service will operate between Huntington and Largo Town Center only.

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Due to radio system upgrades, trains will single-track between Federal Center SW and Eastern Market.

On Sunday, Dec. 13, Rosslyn station will open around 8:30 a.m.

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Orange Line trains will also run every 18 to 20 minutes and single-track between Federal Center SW and Eastern Market. Trains will not stop at Rosslyn on Sunday until about 8:30 a.m.

Yellow Line trains will operate every 15 to 20 minutes, but single-track between Fort Totten and Prince George's Plaza after 10 p.m.

Silver Line trains will run every 18 to 20 minutes between Wiehle-Reston East and Ballston-MU only. Take the Orange Line to continue your trip.


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