Metro announced that Yellow Line rail service will be suspended for two weekends in September 2026. The interruption applies to the entire Yellow Line route within Washington, D.C., and is being undertaken as part of the agency’s scheduled track maintenance program for the month.
The planned suspension will affect all passengers who normally rely on the Yellow Line during the two weekend periods. Riders are being advised to seek alternative transportation options, including other Metro lines, bus routes, or private vehicles, to accommodate the temporary loss of service. Metro has indicated that the work will be confined to the weekends in order to minimize impact on weekday commuters.
The decision to halt service aligns with Metro’s broader maintenance strategy, which includes regular track inspections, repairs, and upgrades to ensure safety and reliability across the system. By concentrating the work on weekends, the agency aims to reduce the overall disruption to the network while completing the necessary tasks within the scheduled timeframe.
Metro’s communications team confirmed that the suspension is limited to the two weekends identified for September and that normal Yellow Line operations will resume promptly after each weekend’s work is completed. The agency will continue to provide updates through its official channels as the maintenance progresses, and it encourages riders to check for the latest service information before planning trips during the affected periods.