
Essential Things You Need to Know about Washington DC Bus Services: Bus Schedule & Routes
Washington's main bus service is provided by WMATA (Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority). There are buses plying to various destinations within the city limits. The buses operate 24/7 and are a great way of commuting economically.
The 1500 odd buses have a varying schedule. The metro bus stoppages are assigned with three colors; red, blue and white. The routes are denoted by number and names, on the bus's boarding end and above the windshield. There have been a few changes in the schedules as of August 23, and it is best to check them at the WMATA's official website.
Metro bus info
http://dc.about.com/od/transportation/a/Metrobus.htm
The huge number of buses caters to different routes; however, here are the top 10 routes of the Metro buses:
1. 32 & 36 - Pennsylvania Avenue line
2. 34 - Naylor Road line
3. 35 - Sousa Middle school line
4. S2 & S4 - 16th Street line
5. 70 & 71 - Georgia Avenue - 7th Street line
6. X2 - Benning Road - H street line
7. 90, 92 & 93 - U-Street Garfield line
8. 52, 53 & 54 - 14th Street line
9. A2, A7, A8, A42 - A48 - Anacostia - Congress Heights line; and
10. 80 - North Capitol Street
Metro Bus Routes
http://www.wmata.com/bus/timetables/timetables-state.cfm?State=DC
The fares are charged depending on whether it is a regular route, express route or airport express route. Please carry the exact fare before boarding the bus, as the bus drivers do not carry money.
Fares
http://www.wmata.com/fares/metrobus.cfm
The Metro buses in Washington give a good service, and have facilities for people with disabilities as well. The routes and fares are commendable and is a great way to travel economically.
Metro Bus website
http://www.wmata.com/bus/

