Washington D.C. Trips and Travel

The DC Metro holiday schedule includes modified Metrorail and Metrobus service on federal holidays, with trains and buses running on weekend timetables, reduced frequency, and adjusted operating hours. The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) shifts from normal weekday service during holidays or severe weather, so riders should expect longer wait times and possible route changes . MetroAlerts (to Phone and Email) Riders should consider signing up for MetroAlerts. The alerts provide real-time updates on delays, service disruptions, station closures, and schedule changes across the Metrorail and Metrobus system. With MetroAlerts you receive notifications by email or text to plan alternative routes. MetroAlerts are available to riders upon signing up at WMATA MetroAlerts. . Once you sign up, be sure to log-in to set your alert preferences, including the days of the week you want to receive n...

A looming government partial-shutdown is a signal that elected officials have not yet agreed on how to fund the federal government. Its direct impacts vary depending on how long it lasts and which agencies are affected, but it often leads to furloughs, suspended services, and disruptions for both federal workers and the public. As of February 14, 2026, the U.S. government in under a partial-government shutdown. U.S. Congress is on a recess. The State of the Union address is planned for February 24, 2026. The U.S. Congress provides their schedule for the upcoming year. You can monitor which appropriations bills have passed at: Congress.gov Appropriation Status Table Travel During a Government Shutdown If there is a partial-shutdown, you can still travel in and out of Washington, D.C., via airports or trains. There may be delays at security checkpoints or train inspections, but most travel continues as normal. Impact on Travel to Washington, D.C. 1. Airports ...

DC Metro Closures and Lines When a Washington D.C. metro station closes, whether temporarily for scheduled maintenance, planned construction or unexpectedly due to an emergency, there is an impact on how a passenger rides and catches the metro train. One of the first adjustments involves train operations. Depending on the circumstances, trains may bypass the closed station and continue along the line without stopping. In some cases, there are shuttle buses that connect the rider to the other stations. Shuttle Buses when a Station Shuts Down Passengers may be shuttled by bus between the closed station and the nearest open stations. The speed of the service depends on traffic conditions. The Washington D.C. Metro is planning weekend closures at Crystal City on the Blue and Yellow Lines from mid-February through June 2026 to accommodate a major construction project: a second entrance to the Crystal City Metro Station. Air travelers going to or from Reagan National Airport (DC...