For Immediate Release: May 18, 2023 

On Friday, May 19, the Potomac Yard–VT Metrorail Station will open to riders in the City of Alexandria and across the region. The opening of the station–the result of more than a decade of planning and work by the City of Alexandria, Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA), and other key stakeholders–reaffirms the City’s commitment to making safe, efficient, public transportation options more accessible to everyone. 

In anticipation of the station’s grand opening, the City encourages residents to review related changes and improvements to local transit service and revise their travel and commute plans to include the new station. 

For help with incorporating the new Metro station into your commute, consult GO Alex, Alexandria’s resource for transportation options, or Metro’s Trip Planner tool. Learn more about the Potomac Yard–VT Station and how transit providers are adjusting their services and schedules to accommodate the station below. 

Metrorail 

Potomac Yard–VT Station is located between the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Braddock Road stops and will serve both the Blue and Yellow Metrorail lines. The Metro station’s regular operating hours will be Monday to Thursday from 5 a.m. to 12 a.m., Friday from 5 a.m. to 1 a.m., Saturday from 7 a.m. to 1 a.m., and Sunday from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. For more information on the new station, including details on parking, bike racks, and station maps, visit WMATA’s Potomac Yard station webpage. 

Metroway 

The National Landing-Potomac Yard Metroway, which provides Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) between the Braddock Road, Crystal City, and Pentagon City Metrorail stations will add stops at the new Potomac Yard–VT Station starting May 19. The new stops will be located on Potomac Avenue at Evans Lane, the latter of which leads to the North Pavilion entrance. 

Alexandria Transit Company (DASH) 

The Alexandria Transit Company (DASH), which operates the DASH bus system and King Street Trolley service, will modify the following routes to provide direct connections to the Potomac Yard-VT North Pavilion: 

• DASH Line 33 to King St-Old Town Station 

• DASH Line 34 to Lee Center 

• DASH Line 36 A/B to Mark Center 

Visit dashbus.com/schedules for maps, schedules, and service information for all DASH routes. 

Capital Bikeshare 

Capital Bikeshare, the region’s bikeshare service, operates 5,000 bikes and 700+ stations across seven local jurisdictions, including the City of Alexandria. Residents are encouraged to use the following docking stations in the vicinity of the Potomac Yard–VT Station: 

• Main Line Boulevard and East Glebe Road 

• Potomac Avenue and Swann Avenue 

New stations closer to the entrances will be added in the coming months. See the Capital Bikeshare system map for additional details. 

Safety Improvements 

In anticipation of the station opening, a variety of safety and access enhancements were recently implemented along Potomac Avenue, adjacent to the Potomac Yard–VT Station. 

At Potomac Avenue and Evans Lane, as well as Potomac Avenue and Exchange Avenue, new traffic signals have been installed to facilitate safer crossings to and from the Metro Station. 

At Potomac Avenue and Glebe Road, a new bus lane, "No Turn on Red" restrictions, leading pedestrian intervals that give people walking a head start into an intersection, and a new median refuge that creates safer crossing across Potomac Avenue are among the changes to help facilitate safe access to and from the station. 

These safety improvements are aligned with the City’s Complete Streets and Vision Zero initiatives, which enhance traffic safety and design streets to meet the needs of all roadway users, as well as the Alexandria Mobility Plan, which ensures that transportation options meet the diverse mobility needs of residents. 

To learn more about the Potomac Yard–VT Metrorail Station, and how it will enhance connectivity to and from Alexandra, visit alexandriava.gov/PotomacYard. 

For inquiries from the news media only, contact the Office of Communications & Public Information at newsroom@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.3969. 

If you prefer communication in another language, free interpretation and translation services are available to you, please call 703.746.3961 or email genevieve.babecki@alexandriava.gov. 

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This news release is available at alexandriava.gov/go/4619.

About the City of Alexandria 

Founded in 1749, the City of Alexandria is a full-service, independent, city in Virginia with a AAA/aaa credit rating and a national reputation for progressive and responsible government. With a fast-paced business environment and walkable neighborhoods, Alexandria is a world-class destination where businesses and nonprofits choose to call home. Alexandria’s ample office space and urban amenities offer room to grow – a value unmatched in the region. Located minutes from the nation’s capital, Alexandria’s old-world charm and cutting-edge innovation are the perfect mix for attracting a diverse community, talented workforce, and enthusiastic visitors.