Metro recently released a revised FY2027 budget proposal: Metro Revised FY2027 Budget Proposal. 

Changes explained by Metro (copied and pasted)

Metro Bus

The original FY27 proposed bus service improvements (Nine routes in DC and two in Virginia) are slated to start on or near July 1, 2026.  

To further support the Better Bus visionary transit network, the following service improvements are being considered for December 2026, pending Board adoption: 

• Service improvements on 13 routes in the District of Columbia adding more frequent service and in some cases midday, weekend, or 24-hour service.  
• Due to Maryland budget considerations, previously proposed service adjustments on six routes in Maryland have been deferred. 

Metro Rail

More Frequent Weekday Service: Orange, Silver, and Blue Line trains every 10 minutes all day before 9:30 p.m. – an improvement from the current 12-minute headway – to support off peak demand and encourage ridership growth with more frequent all-day service in December 2026. 

More Frequent Late-Night Service: Red Line trains every 7 to 9 minutes – improved from every 10 minutes – during late night period from 9:30 p.m. until closing, seven days a week, to boost capacity in both directions for evening travel in December 2026. 

Paratransit

$3 per-trip administrative fee for Abilities Ride trips starting July 1, 2026. 

The Board of Directors will consider the General Manager’s recommendations and is anticipated to adopt the final FY2027 Budget on April 23, 2026.