Metro's New Bus Network Is Here
All Metrobus Routes and Schedules Have Changed
Better Bus is Metro's initiative to improve regional bus service. On June 29, 2025, Metro launched its new bus network. This is the first major overhaul in 50 years!
Montgomery County Ride On and Prince George's County TheBus have also changed their service. For more details and information, go to our FAQ section.
Back to School
For the 2025-2026 school year, Metro Bus will provide supplemental service to meet student demand. Please click here to learn more.
Click the route name to view the route profile.
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Metro's Timetables
- Select a Metrobus route to download and/or print a schedule.
- View a video walk-through of how to use our Timetables.
Metro's Trip Planner
New Routes for Metro's Bus Network, Effective June 29, 2025
Click the links below for the new bus route maps and frequencies.
New Maps for Metro's Bus Network, Effective June 29, 2025
View the full network and all the places you will be able to travel.
- District of Columbia Bus Service Map
- Maryland Bus Service Map
- Virginia Bus Service Map
- District of Columbia High Frequency Service Map
- Maryland High Frequency Service Map
- Virginia High Frequency Service Map
- District of Columbia 24/7 Bus Service Map
New Neighborhood Profiles for Metro's Bus Network, Effective June 29, 2025
View the neighborhood profiles to understand your local network and the changes coming.
- District of Columbia Bus Neighborhood Profiles
- Maryland Bus Neighborhood Profiles
- Virginia Bus Neighborhood Profiles
Bus Stops
View the list of stops eliminated to make our service quicker and more streamlined.
How New Routes Are Named
All bus routes will be renamed. Routes will begin with a letter to indicate the area served:
- "A" for Arlington/Alexandria
- "C" (crosstown) or "D" (downtown) for DC
- "F" for Fairfax City, Fairfax County, and Falls Church
- "M" for Montgomery County
- "P" for Prince George's County
- Limited-stop Routes are indicated by an "X" at the end of their route ID and make select stops to reduce travel time.
- Express Routes are long-distance trips during weekday rush hours only
Signs Installed for the New Metrobus Network
Some Metrobus customers may notice new signage at their bus stop.
Montgomery County Ride On and Prince George's County TheBus Service Changes
Montgomery County Ride On Bus Service Changes
Beginning on June 29, Ride On bus service has changed as follows:
- Discontinue Route 10, adjust routes 34, 41, 42, and introduce a new Route 40, while WMATA adjusts routes L8 and T2.
- WMATA will replace the Route 10 with Metrobus routes M12, M42, M44, and M60.
- Ride On will replace Q2, 4, and 6 with Ride On 40 and 55. Please see here for more information on Ride On changes.
Prince George's County TheBus Service Changes
On June 30, Prince George's County TheBus launched its redesigned bus network. All new route profiles can be found in English and Spanish. Please see here for more information on Prince George's County TheBus changes.
Frequently Asked Questions
View topics that address frequently asked questions about your new Metrobus network.
News Releases
- Metro launches Better Bus Network Redesign on June 29, transforming bus service across the DMV (June 27, 2025)
- New bus network added to Metro’s Trip Planner so customers can plan ahead, explore changes (April 30, 2025)
- Metro begins first phase of Better Bus Network implementation with new bus stop signs (February 27, 2025)
- Metro Board of Directors approves Better Bus Network Redesign, new bus routes to start next summer (November 21, 2024)
Project Fact Sheet
Download a fact sheet with general information about the project, the process, and expected outcomes.
Take One Handouts
Take One Handouts - Prince George's County Transit
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