Temporary Bus Stop Closure on University Boulevard to Impact Ride On Bus Route 15

For Immediate Release: Monday, March 25, 2024

Beginning Monday, March 25, Ride On Route 15 bus stop #26686 at University Boulevard E and Merrimac Drive will be closed to facilitate Purple Line work. Work is projected to last until Sunday, April 7. Riders are directed to use Bus Bay E at Takoma Langley Transit Center or stop #26684 at University Boulevard and Forston Street. 

Ride On bus fare is only $1 and monthly passes are $22.50 using SmarTrip, cash, or tokens. Seniors age 65 or older,  persons with disabilities and youth ages 18 and under all ride free using specialized SmarTrip cards.

The Ride On Trip Planner app is a free regional public transportation planner that will find your fastest route.

For the most up-to-date service information, riders should follow @RideOnMCT on X, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. In addition, information is available at rideonbus.com, by subscribing to receive email alerts, or by texting MONTGOMERY RIDEON to 468311 to receive text alerts. 

For information on MCDOT programs and services visit montgomerycountymd.gov/mcdot, follow @MCDOTNow on X, Facebook and Instagram and subscribe to MCDOT’s “Go Montgomery!” newsletter.  

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Release ID: 24-040
Media Contact: Emily DeTitta, 240-372-2282