Metro Buses to Replace Select DC Circulator Routes
The transition follows financial struggles and low ridership, with only the most popular routes being retained by Metro.
Overview
- Metro buses will replace the popular Union Station to Georgetown route and others as the DC Circulator is phased out.
- Routes like the National Mall and Woodley Park will not be replaced due to insufficient ridership.
- Changes include extending the 31 and 33 bus routes to Union Station and quicker loops along 14th Street NW.
- Metro's new 24-hour bus service will cost the city an extra $11 million per year.
- The city is working to help Circulator employees find new jobs with WMATA and other bus companies.