Bus Shelter Replacement Work at Shady Grove East 

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) will begin bus shelter replacement work at Shady Grove East Metrorail Station as part of its Bus Shelter Replacement Program – Phase 2.

This project will replace existing bus shelters with newer, modern shelters designed to improve comfort, safety, and accessibility for customers. Construction is scheduled to start January 5, 2026, with an estimated duration of approximately two weeks.

During construction:

• Some bus bays at Shady Grove East will be temporarily closed in phases.
• Ride On and Metrobus routes may operate from temporary or alternate bus bays.
• Temporary bus stops will be ADA-compliant but may not include shelters or benches while work is underway.
• Bus bay changes are scheduled to occur early Monday mornings (around 3:00 a.m.) to reduce impacts during the morning commute.

Clear signs will be posted throughout the station to direct riders to the correct boarding locations, and buses will continue to serve all routes.

The new shelters will provide better protection from weather, improved durability and visibility, and a more comfortable experience for customers waiting for service.

Riders are encouraged to:

• Allow a few extra minutes for travel through the station
• Follow posted signage and staff directions
• Visit wmata.com for service updates

We appreciate your patience as WMATA works to improve transit facilities at Shady Grove East and thanks for continuing to choose public transit.

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