Official service info feed for Metrorail. Monitored 7 am - 8 pm Mon-Fri and weekends 8 am - 8 pm. To report an emergency, call Transit Police at (202) 962-2121.
Expect large crowds leaving March for our Lives - Archives & Federal Triangle have re-opened; use Gallery Place, L’Enfant Plaza as alternates.
#wmata
#MFOLDC
#MarchForOurLivesDC
@philmartinjr
As we just saw this earlier today, what a perfect post to come across on
#TBT
🚇
Thanks for allowing Metro to be a part of your journey and we wish you more success in the future! You’re certainly an inspiration to many! 👏👏 👏 -KP
@ArchiTexty
Hi Adam, thank you for bringing this to our attention. We have submitted your tweet to our maintenance team for investigation. Have a great day. -RM
Metro is now in
@Capitals
OT period with an extra hour of service sponsored by
@MSE
. Last train times below. Please be at Metro entrances by 12:25AM to ensure you make your train. If you are in line at that time, we WILL get you home.
#ALLCAPS
#WMATA
@MaggieDupree
Good evening, and thank you for your message. We are sharing your feedback with the appropriate rail division, so that a supervisor is aware of your commendation. Have a great weekend! -KA
@petersagal
We are glad to hear that our station manager was able to assist you in your time of need Peter! Thanks for riding with us & enjoy your holiday weekend! -KP
Post firework travel is underway.
Smithsonian 🔵🟠⚪️ is currently being metered for crowding; approx 60-75 min wait to enter the station.
Please walk to L’Enfant or Federal Triangle for entrance to the Metrorail system with little to no wait.
#wmata
Full Red Line service has returned between Glenmont & Shady Grove; Rhode Island Ave and Brookland now open. Renewed track components and level boarding areas for all customers completed during the 45 day shutdown.
#wmata
⚠️ Metrorail is 1 hour from closing tonight - at 8pm - in response to local area curfews in effect. Some trains have already departed end-of-line stations. Please travel only if necessary & wear a face covering. No alternate service available.
#wmata
#maskup
#keepon
#dc
#md
#va
Reminder! Beginning today, the following 11 stations are closed:
Archives
Arlington Cemetery
Capitol South
Farragut North
Farragut West
Federal Center SW
Federal Triangle
Judiciary Square
McPherson Square
Smithsonian
Union Station
UPDATED: Metrorail Systemwide Alert: Red Line construction is ending early. Normal service resumes Saturday, December 30th at 7am. Also, On New Year's Eve, December 31st, service will be extended to 2am. Happy New Year!
Reminder! The following stations are closed today-1/21:
Archives
Arlington Cemetery
Capitol South
Farragut North
Farragut West
Federal Center SW
Federal Triangle
Gallery Place
Judiciary Square
McPherson Square
Metro Center
Smithsonian
Union Station
Blue/Orange/Silver Line: Train service suspended between Federal Center & Stadium Armory due to fire department activity at Eastern Market. Shuttle buses requested.
Smithsonian Station closed until further notice: Smithsonian Metrorail Station is closed until further notice to discourage Cherry Blossom travel. Essential trips only.
Starting Monday, 5/18, covering your face is a requirement while on Metro, including all buses, trains and stations. While most riders taking essential trips are already doing this, please help us spread the word that it’s now the rule.
#wmata
What customers need to know for 4th of July …
✅Reduced 🚇 available for service, capacity will be less
✅Customers should be prepared for longer wait times, up to 60 min
✅Delay post 🎇travel if possible to allow crowds to disperse
More at
#wmata
Metrorail Systemwide Alert: Metro riders are asked to wear a cloth face covering or homemade mask, as recommended by CDC, to slow the spread of disease. More:
UPDATED: Blue/Yellow Line Delay: Service is suspended in both directions. We are investigating the reports of a possible derailment. No injuries, update to follow.
Early Metrorail System Closing: Metrorail will close early at 8pm tonight due to DC curfew. Inbound trains depart earlier; no alternate transportation provided.
Grn/Yel Line Stations Have Re-open: West Hyattsville, PG Plaza, College Park, & Greenbelt stations have re-opened following platform improvement project.
@6toe2
Hello, we're sorry for the extended wait. You can also use our Live Train Map tool in the link below to see trains traveling throughout the system in real-time. We hope this helps. -KA
Beginning Tomorrow Face Coverings Required While Using Metro: Beginning tomorrow, May 18th, face coverings are required in all Metrorail stations, aboard trains & on buses. For more info visit
UPDATED: Metrorail Systemwide Alert: Due to inclement weather and deteriorating road conditions, Metro Bus service will operate at reduced levels. Reduced service encompasses 43 bus routes operating on major roads.
@AirlineFlyer
@jchaase
Hello, this is a temporary announcement to identify 7000-series trains. They use a different barrier between cars our blind & visually impaired riders need to be mindful of. Once updates are made to standardize the barriers, announcements will stop. -KA
Face covering will be required on Metrorail beginning Monday, May 18: Beginning Monday May 18th, cloth face coverings and/or masks will be required in all Metro trains, stations & buses.
And now, a public service announcement from your friends at Metro...
Let's keep trains available for the hospital staff, first responders, and other heroes who need to travel right now. The trees will be there next year.
#wmata
#psa
#CherryBlossoms
#dc
@MayorBowser
#covid19dc
There is a small track fire at L'Enfant Plaza. We are currently evacuating L'Enfant Plaza and the Green Line and Yellow Line are currently suspended between L'Enfant Plaza and Waterfront.
@BVoight
Hi Benjamin, this is a temporary announcement to identify 7000-series trains. They use a different barrier between cars our blind & visually impaired riders need to be mindful of. Once updates are made to standardize the barriers, announcements will stop. -AF
Yellow Line Trains Have Returned: Yellow Line trains operating btwn Huntington & Mount Vernon Sq following major construction. Use GR Line to Greenbelt.
Face Coverings/Masks Required While Using Metro: Face coverings/masks are required in all Metrorail stations, aboard trains and on buses. For more info visit:
ALERT: As part of the investigation into the Blue Line derailment, Metro is holding out of service all of its 7000-series railcars, which is about 60% of its rail fleet. Without these rail cars, Metro will operate about 40 trains tomorrow. 1/2
@HandlebarsDC
That's a whole lot of biking! We're glad to hear that you're enjoying our new bike policy, and we appreciate the kind words. Thank you for riding with us, and have a great day! -CC
Red Line Alert: Trains are temporarily bypassing Union Station due to First Amendment Activity. Bus service has been requested to/from Judiciary Square.
From Monday, 1/4 - Friday, 1/8, Metrorail will open at 5 am and close at 11 pm. Trains will operate normal service to all 91 stations during daytime and evening hours with scheduled service adjustments on the Red, Yellow and Green lines after 10 pm.
UPDATED: Blue/Yellow Line Delay: Service is suspended between Potomac Yard and National Airport because of a derailed train. There are no injuries. Shuttle buses are operating between the two stations to connect to additional service.
Reduced Metrorail Service: On Monday, October 18 all Metrorail lines will operate every 30 minutes & all 6-car trains. Expect delays & consider Metrobus alternatives.
@timburchett
Hi, Congressman Tim! Great picture! Thanks for sharing this, and for the shout-out. We'll share your tweet with a rail supervisor to ensure this operator gets proper recognition. Have a great weekend, and thanks for riding with us! -CC
Red Line Alert: Today we start certifying Red Line train operators on Auto Doors. That means doors opening faster and seconds saved at each stop. Visit to learn more.
Six stations south of National Airport station have re-opened: Braddock Rd, King St, Eisenhower Ave Huntington, Van Dorn St & Franconia stations are open following major construction.
It's a break for Blossoms! This weekend, Metrorail is operating regular service on all of our lines. After 10 p.m. some service for details.
#wmata
#SpringBlossomsHere
Reminder! These stations are closed on
#InaugurationDay
Archives
Arlington Cemetery
Capitol South
Farragut North
Farragut West
Federal Center SW
Federal Triangle
Gallery Place
Judiciary Sq
McPherson Sq
Metro Center
Pentagon
Smithsonian
Union Station
#wmata
Red Line Delay: Single tracking btwn Medical Center & Van Ness due to a person struck by a train at Friendship Heights. Expect delays in both directions.
Arlington Cemetery Station closed until further notice: Arlington Cemetery Metrorail Station is closed until further notice to discourage Cherry Blossom travel. Essential trips only.
Customers should anticipate trains every 15-20 minutes on the Red Line and every 30-40 minutes on all other lines to account for any unplanned disruptions. Crews are working as quickly as possible to put more trains into service.
Metro stations that have parking AVAILABLE:
Anacostia
Addision
College Park
Cheverely
Deanwood
Dunn Loring
Huntington
Landover
PG Plaza
Southern
Suitland
Twinbrook Garage
West Falls church
Wheaton
#wmata
#ALLCAPS
#capitals
#parade
If your rush hour Metrorail trip is delayed by 15 min or more, the ride is on us!
#wmata
will automatically provide credits within 5 business days. It's automatic...but make sure you're using a registered SmarTrip card. Check out all the details at .
@SarraJK
Hi there! This is a temporary announcement to identify 7000-series trains. They use a different barrier btwn cars our blind & visually impaired riders need to be mindful of. Announcements will stop once updates are made to standardize the barriers. -AF
@cjwarnke
Hi CJ. We are sorry that you will not be able to use this card on your everyday commute, but you can still keep it as a keepsake to commemorate this day. You can still transfer the balance from this card to another card as well. We are here to help with the process. -KB
@wutrain
@wmata
Great selfie! Congratulations and thanks for riding with us. Feel free to reach out to us if you need anything or have any questions. Happy Holidays. -CC
@itzsportsy
Hi, this is a temporary announcement to identify 7000-series trains, which use a different barrier between cars our blind & visually impaired riders need to be mindful of. Announcements will stop once permanent modifications are made to standardize the barriers.
Looking for the
@Nationals
train today before the game? ⚾️🏟️.
🤫 it’s running on the 🟢 Green Line right now! Share your 🤳 of your
#natitude
while waiting for it.
Go Nats!
#wmata
I found
@wmata
’s
@Nationals
Cherry Blossom wrapped 7000-Series train (7088/89) at Greenbelt today! 🌸🌸🌸
For anyone else trying to find it, it was operating as Train 502 on the GR Line when I saw it today!
Metrorail Service for Saturday, March 21: Metrorail hours are 8am until 11pm with trains operating every 30 minutes on all lines. Essential travel only.
Blue Line Alert: Train service suspended btwn National Airport & Pentagon City due to a person struck by a train at Crystal City. Shuttle buses requested.
@DCATraveler
Hi Matthew, well that is definitely ill-eagle!
Just kidding!
Thank you for bringing this to our attention. We have contacted
@BirdRide
to have this scooter picked up. We appreciate you being aware and have a great rest of the day! -KP