Summer 2024 Progress at the University of Maryland
Purple Line crews installed embedded track, reopened Campus Drive, completed a new bike lane and more.
Explore the future light rail service that will provide direct travel options from New Carrollton to Bethesda, Maryland. Board a train from 21 stations to work, school, and recreation destinations across Prince George's and Montgomery counties with direct connections to Metrorail, AMTRAK, MARC commuter rail, and bus networks.
Purple Line crews installed embedded track, reopened Campus Drive, completed a new bike lane and more.
After a successful summer of construction, you will notice some changes on campus, including embedded track, new sidewalks and a bike path. While Purple Line trains are not yet operational, keep safety in mind when riding near tracks. See our Ride Safe fact sheet for more information.