Route 27 and 115 Detours: Major Commute Adjustments in Pacific Beach and Navajo Road

Monday Morning Commute Overview

San Diego commuters should prepare for localized delays and transit detours this Monday, February 2, 2026. While major freeways like Interstate 8 are currently reporting clear conditions as of early this morning, significant construction projects in the Pacific Beach and Navajo areas are impacting surface street traffic and Metropolitan Transit System (MTS) services. Motorists and transit riders are encouraged to leave early and plan for alternative routing on major local arteries.

Pacific Beach and Navajo Road Detours

The most significant impact for local commuters today is the closure of several stops and lane segments along Garnet Avenue. Construction work has necessitated the following adjustments:

• Route 27: All bus stops from Garnet Avenue and Donaldson Drive to Garnet Avenue and Bayard Street are closed today from 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. During this window, Route 27 is being diverted to Grand Avenue. Commuters who normally use Garnet Avenue for through-traffic should expect heavier-than-usual congestion on Grand Avenue as a result of this displacement.
• Route 115: Eastbound service remains on detour between College Avenue at Camino Rico and Navajo Road at Camino Estrellado. This construction-related detour is active from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM and is expected to continue through Friday, February 6.

Transit Service and Border Area Alerts

In addition to the local street work, transit riders should be aware of a long-term stop closure in the San Ysidro area. The stop at San Ysidro Boulevard and Sunset Lane for Route 906 is scheduled for closure through today. Passengers are advised to make connections at San Ysidro Boulevard and Dairy Mart Road. In the border region, while major lane closures on southbound Interstate 5 have recently transitioned, residual congestion remains common near the San Ysidro Land Port of Entry as infrastructure improvements continue.

MTS Personnel and Service Reliability

The San Diego Metropolitan Transit System continues to monitor personnel constraints involving its contracted operator, Transdev. This situation may lead to intermittent delays or cancellations for minibus and Access services throughout the day. MTS officials recommend that riders using these specific services check real-time tracking apps or contact the trip planning office before heading to their stops to ensure their scheduled vehicle is on time.

Commuter Recommendations

For those navigating the city this morning, local officials recommend using Grand Avenue as a primary alternative to Garnet Avenue in Pacific Beach. For those traveling through the College Area, Navajo Road will experience intermittent flagging and lane shifts. Always remain alert for construction crews and temporary steel plates on the roadway, which can cause sudden braking in high-traffic zones. Keep speeds low in active work zones to ensure the safety of both workers and fellow drivers.