One Year of WMATA’s Better Bus Plan

WMATA's 'Better Bus Network' reduced Metrobus routes and stops by nearly half in 2025, but a year later, ridership has decreased by 8% and bus speeds have slowed in some areas. The agency reports 13% more service and 5% lower operating costs, but 3.5% of scheduled trips are missed due to operator shortages. WMATA has stopped using the 'Better Bus' label, rebranding the system as 'Metrobus.'