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1248995/20/26 2:05 PMMARC
MARC Camden, Brunswick and Penn Lines - Severe Weather Expected
Severe weather is expected to occur during our service window this afternoon and into the evening. Severe weather can cause extensive delays (downed trees, flash flooding, tornado warnings, etc.) that Amtrak or CSX may deem necessary to ensure the safety of our crews and passengers. Delays of 15-25 minutes are common and extensive delays due to downed trees are possible. Updates will be provided throughout service if necessary.
1248985/20/26 2:01 PMBUS
Commuter Bus Alert - Possible Delays in Washington, DC - Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Passengers are advised to expect moderate to severe delays on all Washington, D.C. Commuter Bus routes due to heavy traffic in the downtown area. Increased congestion is anticipated due to the Washington Nationals game scheduled for 6:45 PM. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248975/20/26 1:55 PMMARC
MARC Camden and Brunswick Lines - Heat Related Speed Restrictions
CSX has issued heat-related speed restrictions on the Camden and Brunswick lines until 7:00 pm today. Trains will travel at reduced speeds. 10-15 minute delays are possible--the fewer stops a train makes, the more delay it will incur (since express trains operate longer distances at a higher rate of speed). For passengers unfamiliar with heat-related speed restrictions, a full explanation is available at www.mta.maryland.gov/marc-heat-orders.
1248965/20/26 1:31 PMMARC
Meet the MARC Management
Got questions about MARC? Ever wondered about the people working behind the scenes? Now is your opportunity! MARC management, along with managers from Amtrak and Alstom, will be out to meet riders and answer your questions at Washington Union Station tomorrow, May 21, from 3 to 6PM. As a reminder, MARC Train Customer Service is always available via direct email (not through the MTA website) at marc@mta.maryland.gov . Thank you for riding MARC Train.
1248955/20/26 1:23 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 520 - Departed
Penn Line Train 520 (dpt. 12:15p Washington) is back on the move and is operating with a 20-25 minute delay.
1248945/20/26 1:20 PMMARC
MARC Penn 520 - Holding at West Baltimore station
Penn Line Train 520 (dpt. 12:15p Washington) is holding at West Baltimore station due to an unruly passenger. Current delay is 15-20 minutes. Extent of delay is not yet known. Updates to follow.
1248935/20/26 1:12 PMEBUS
Commuter Bus Service Alert for Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Due to utility work, the following Commuter Bus stop will be closed until November 30, 2026: Affected Routes: 410, 411, 420 *Stop ID # 122-Charles Street & Lombard Street Passengers can safely alight at one of the following stops: *Howard St & Pratt St. *Charles St. & Redwood St. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248925/20/26 1:12 PMLBUS
Commuter Bus Service Alert for Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Due to utility work, the following Commuter Bus stop will be closed until November 30, 2026: Affected Routes: 410, 411, 420 *Stop ID # 122-Charles Street & Lombard Street Passengers can safely alight at one of the following stops: *Howard St & Pratt St. *Charles St. & Redwood St. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248915/20/26 1:11 PMCL
Commuter Bus Service Alert for Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Due to utility work, the following Commuter Bus stop will be closed until November 30, 2026: Affected Routes: 410, 411, 420 *Stop ID # 122-Charles Street & Lombard Street Passengers can safely alight at one of the following stops: *Howard St & Pratt St. *Charles St. & Redwood St. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248905/20/26 1:11 PMBUS
Commuter Bus Service Alert for Wednesday, May 20, 2026
Due to utility work, the following Commuter Bus stop will be closed until November 30, 2026: Affected Routes: 410, 411, 420 *Stop ID # 122-Charles Street & Lombard Street Passengers can safely alight at one of the following stops: *Howard St & Pratt St. *Charles St. & Redwood St. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248895/20/26 12:03 PMMARC
Correction: MARC Penn New Carrollton Station Waiting Room - Closed Remainder of the Day
New Carrollton Station waiting room will be closed for the remainder of today, 5/20/2026, therefore, the ticket machines will be inaccessible. Tickets can be purchased on the train with cash only without penalty or use the CharmPass App. Passengers can still access the platforms to board the trains. We apologize for the inconvenience.
1248885/20/26 11:58 AMMARC
MARC Penn New Carrollton Station - Closed Remainder of the Day
New Carrollton Station will be closed for the remainder of today, 5/20/2026, therefore, the ticket machines will be inaccessible. Tickets can be purchased on the train with cash only without penalty or use the CharmPass App. We apologize for the inconvenience.
1248875/20/26 11:08 AMLBUS
Local Link Route 62 Detour
Local Link Route 62 will detour at Northpoint and Wallace until 12 AM May 21,2026 due to a watermain break
1248865/20/26 10:56 AMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 427 - Delay
Penn Line Train 427 (dpt Penn 10:25a) has departed BWI Station operating with a 5-10 minute delay.
1248855/20/26 10:53 AMMARC
MARC Penn 427 - Delay
Penn Line Train 427 (dpt Penn 10:25a) is currently holding at BWI Station due to an unruly passenger. Currently delayed 5-10 minutes, total length of delay is not known at this time.
1248845/20/26 8:19 AMLR
Light Rail Alert: Service Delay
Expect delays in both directions due to a disabled train at Camden Station.
1248835/20/26 7:18 AMMARC
Reminder: MARC Penn Line - Parking changes at Bowie State University station this Friday
On Friday May 22, the parking lot on the University side of the Bowie State MARC station will be closed to MARC passengers. Bowie State University will celebrate its Spring 2026 Commencement and graduation. All MARC passengers must park in the parking lot on the Lemons Bridge Road side of the station (this is the side with the southbound/to Washington Union Station platform). MARC passengers are strongly encouraged to avoid Jericho Park Road and Race Track Road, and there will likely be very heavy traffic on Route 197. You should allow additional time to drive extra distance to the southbound parking lot and for any traffic-related delays. Thank you for riding MARC Train. We wish the Class of 2026 at Bowie State University all the best in their post-graduation endeavors.
1248825/19/26 7:56 PMMARC
Update: MARC Brunswick - Delays
Due to aforementioned communication issues, Brunswick Line train delays are as follows: 879 (5:40pm dpt Union Station) 30-40 minute delay 881 (6:20pm dpt Union Station) 15-20 minute delay
1248815/19/26 7:08 PMMARC
Update: MARC Camden - Delays
Due to aforementioned communication issues, Camden Line trains are delayed as follows: 856 (5:58pm dpt Union Station) 35-45 minute delay 859 (6:15pm dpt Camden Station) 10-15 minute delay
1248805/19/26 7:05 PMMARC
MARC Penn 579 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 579(6:20pm dpt Perryville) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to holding to follow a regional train.
1248795/19/26 7:03 PMMARC
MARC Brunswick - Delays
Due to aforementioned communication issues, Brunswick Line train delays are as follows: 877 (4:55pm dpt Union Station) 40-50 minute delay 893 (5:20pm dpt Union Station) 50-60 minute delay 879 (5:40pm dpt Union Staiton) 30-40 minute delay
1248785/19/26 7:00 PMMARC
Update: MARC Camden and Brunswick Line - Communication Issues Resolved
The system wide communication issues have been resolved. Residual delays are expected as rail traffic clears. Updates will follow if necessary.
1248775/19/26 6:32 PMMARC
MARC Camden - Delays
MARC Camden Line Trains delays due to communication issues are as follows: 856 (5:58pm dpt Union Station) 25-30 minute delay 857 (5:20pm dpt Union Station) 15-20 minute delay
1248765/19/26 6:29 PMMARC
MARC Brunswick - Delays
Due to communication issues Brunswick Line Train delays are as follows: 875 (4:25pm dpt Union Station) 25-30 minute delay 877 (4:55pm dpt Union Station) 20-25 minute delay 893 (5:20pm dpt Union Station) 30-25 minute delay
1248755/19/26 6:27 PMMARC
MARC Penn 445 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 445(5:30pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 15-20 due to resolved communication issues.
1248745/19/26 6:27 PMMARC
MARC Brunswick - Delays
Due to communication issues Brunswick Line Train delays are as follows: 875 (4:25pm dpt Union Station) 25-30 minute delay 877 (4:55pm dpt Union Station) 20-25 minute delay 893 (5:20pm dpt Union Station) 30-25 minute delay
1248735/19/26 6:22 PMMARC
MARC Camden and Brunswick Line - Communication Issues
Camden and Brunswick Line trains are experiencing delays due so system wide communication issues. The extent of delay is not yet known. Current delays are from 15-30 minutes. Updates to follow.
1248725/19/26 6:21 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 447 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 447(6:00pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to holding to follow regional trains.
1248715/19/26 6:13 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 447 - Departed
MARC Penn Line Train 447(6:00pm dpt Penn) has departed and is currently operating with a 10-15 minute delay.
1248705/19/26 6:09 PMMARC
MARC Penn 447 - Departure Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 447(6:00pm dpt Penn) will incur a departure delay due to holding to follow regional trains. Extent of the delay is not yet known at this time. Updates to follow.
1248695/19/26 6:06 PMMARC
Update: MARC Brunswick 875 - Delay
MARC Brunswick Line Train 875 (4:25pm dpt Union Station) is operating with a 25-230 minute delay due to heat related speed restrictions and debris strike.
1248685/19/26 5:51 PMMARC
MARC Brunswick 875 - Delay
MARC Brunswick Line Train 875 (4:25pm dpt Union Station) is operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to heat related speed restrictions.
1248675/19/26 4:47 PMMARC
MARC Penn 641 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 641(3:35pm dpt Martin's Airport) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to following a regional train.
1248665/19/26 4:41 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 439 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 439(3:45pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 25-30 minute delay due to holding to follow regional trains.
1248655/19/26 4:39 PMMARC
MARC Brunswick 891 - Delay
MARC Brunswick Line Train 891 (3:45pm dpt Union Station) is operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to heat related speed restrictions.
1248645/19/26 4:21 PMMARC
MARC Camden 853 - Delay
MARC Camden Line Train 853 (3:40pm dpt Camden station) is operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to CSX freight train interference.
1248635/19/26 4:16 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 439 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 439(3:45pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 20-25 minute delay due to holding to follow regional trains.
1248625/19/26 4:11 PMMARC
Update: MARC Camden 848 - Delay
MARC Camden Line Train 848 (3:30pm dpt Union Station) is operating with a 20-25 minute delay due to CSX interference.
1248615/19/26 4:06 PMMARC
MARC Penn 424 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 424(2:15pm dpt Union) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to holding to follow a regional train.
1248605/19/26 4:01 PMBUS
Commuter Bus Alert - Possible Delays in Washington, DC - Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Passengers are advised to expect moderate to severe delays on all Washington, D.C. Commuter Bus routes due to heavy traffic in the downtown area. Increased congestion is anticipated due to the Washington Nationals game scheduled for 6:45 PM. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information.
1248595/19/26 4:00 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 439 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 439(3:45pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to holding to follow regional trains.
1248585/19/26 3:56 PMMARC
MARC Camden 848 - Delay
MARC Camden Line Train 848 (3:30pm dpt Union Station) is operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to CSX interference.
1248575/19/26 3:53 PMMARC
Update: MARC Penn 439 - Departed
MARC Penn Line Train 439(3:45pm dpt Penn) has departed and is currently operating with a 5-10 minute delay.
1248565/19/26 3:47 PMMARC
MARC Penn 439 - Departure Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 439(3:45pm dpt Penn) will incur a departure delay due to holding to follow regional trains. Extent of the delay is not yet known at this time. Updates to follow.
1248555/19/26 3:41 PMBUS
Commuter Bus Service Alert for Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Due to road closures resulting from a special event in the District of Columbia, MTA Commuter Bus will not be able to serve the following stops this afternoon: Routes 230, 250, & 725: *14th St. & Constitution Ave., N.W. *14th St. & Pennsylvania Ave, N.W. *14th St. & F St., N.W. Passengers can safely board the bus at one of the following stop locations: *Pennsylvania Ave. & 12th St., N.W. *Independence Ave. & 12th S.W Routes 305 & 325: * 15th St. bet. M St. & Massachusetts Ave., N.W. *Constitution Ave. bet. 14th & 15th Sts., N.W. Passenger may safely board the bus at one of the following stop locations: *K St. & 14th St., N.W. *18th St. & C St., N.W. *Constitution Ave & 9th St., N.W. Routes 335, 345, & 630: *Constitution Ave. & 14th St., N.W. Passengers may safely board the bus at one of the following stop locations: *19th St. & E St., N.W. *Independence Ave. & 12 St., N.W. *Constitution Ave. & 10th St., N.W. Riders are encouraged to check service alerts at http://mta.maryland.gov/service-alerts for the most up-to-date information
1248545/19/26 3:39 PMMARC
MARC Penn 435 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 435(2:45pm dpt Penn) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to following a regional train.
1248535/19/26 3:15 PMMARC
MARC Penn 537 - Delay
MARC Penn Line Train 537(2:35pm dpt Perryville) is currently operating with a 15-20 minute delay due to holding to follow regional trains.
1248525/19/26 2:57 PMLBUS
Detour - CityLink RED - Downtown - Towson/Lutherville, LocalLink52 - Greenmount North - Stella Maris
Due to and active fire, a detour has been implemented at York Road and East Cold Spring Lane, affecting North and Southbound travel, effective until 5:00 p.m.
1248515/19/26 2:56 PMCL
Detour - CityLink RED - Downtown - Towson/Lutherville, LocalLink52 - Greenmount North - Stella Maris
Due to and active fire, a detour has been implemented at York Road and East Cold Spring Lane, affecting North and Southbound travel, effective until 5:00 p.m.
1248505/19/26 2:21 PMMARC
MARC Camden and Brunswick Lines - Heat Related Speed Restrictions
CSX has issued heat-related speed restrictions on the Camden and Brunswick lines until 7:00 pm today. Trains will travel at reduced speeds. 10-15 minute delays are possible--the fewer stops a train makes, the more delay it will incur (since express trains operate longer distances at a higher rate of speed). For passengers unfamiliar with heat-related speed restrictions, a full explanation is available at www.mta.maryland.gov/marc-heat-orders.