Metrobus experiencing driver shortage that may impact schedule, wait times

Metrobus service changes in effect

Metrobus services changes are now in effect, but officials say the impact on riders should be minor.

WASHINGTON (FOX 5 DC) - Metrobus service is being impacted by a pandemic-related bus operator shortage, the company announced Tuesday.

There will be fewer buses, especially during peak rush-hour times, that may impact travel.

Metrobus said customers on some routes may experience longer than usual wait times due to reduced frequency of service or canceled trips.

"We will continue to update our customers on the status of service as soon as we are able to, they said. "We ask for your patience and encourage customers to plan ahead and allow additional travel time."

As of Tuesday, December 28, the following routes are currently being impacted:

17G, 17K
18G
18P
29G
29N
31, 33
32, 36
42, 43
54
59
70
79
80
83, 86
89M
A12
B2
C21, C22
D4
D6
D12, D14
F4
F6
F8
F12
F13
F14
G8
G12, G14
H2, H4
H8
J1, J2
K2
K6
L2
M4
N2, N4
P12
R1, R2
R12
Q2, Q4
S2
S9
T2
T14
T18
U4
V2, V4
V8
V14
W4
X2
X8
X9
Y2, Y7, Y8
Z6, Z8