How To Get to Washington D.C. Wednesday: Metro Shutdown 2016

Getting to work on Wednesday will not be easy, whether you typically ride the Metro train or not. Be prepared to see a lot of those commuters on your regular route.

Metro is stopping all train service beginning at midnight Wednesday morning until 5 a.m. Thursday to inspect the tracks after a fire Monday raised concerns.

Read: DC Metro to shut down entirely Wednesday

Federal employees will have the option to take unscheduled leave or telework, according to the Office of Personnel Management.

If you've got to get to D.C. tomorrow. Here are your options:

Car: The first option may be those four wheels out front. If you're getting behind the wheel, check out our live audio traffic reports on specific routes. Also, check out slugging/carpooling options.

Train: Virginia Railway Express runs trains during standard commuter times (heading north in the morning, south in the evening) with several stops from Fredericksburg and Manassas to Union Station. Trains will be on regular schedule.

Taxi: Let someone else take the hellish ride for you. Grab a ride

• Uber
• Lyft (special discount Wednesday)
• Taxi Service

Bike: The weather is going to be a pleasant 70 degrees.

• Here's a list of D.C. area bike trails from the Washington Area Biking Association.
• Capital Bikeshare offers a 24-hour pass for $8. All trips under $30 are free. There are bikeshare stations across Arlington and Alexandria.

Bus: Metrobus will be operating on Wednesday.

• See schedules.
• See fare info.
• See more regional bus info.

Do you have your own tips for commuters stepping out Wednesday morning? Share them in the comments section.