No surprise here, but the state of Texas is dealing with extreme heat – and the sizzling temperatures are causing CapMetro to temporarily modify its rail service.
For the first time in more than 11 years, CapMetro is proposing a fare increase. The word increase can spark a lot of emotion, and there’s never an ideal time to propose something like this. But after more than a decade of rising operating costs and investments in service, CapMetro…
Welcome back to our second episode of Chefs in Transit, where we take you around the city exclusively using CapMetro service to explore local restaurants around Austin, all accessible by CapMetro Bus or Rail. Our host and Food Network’s own Ali Khan will travel with the chefs and founders of each…
On June 18, CapMetro joins transit agencies nationwide to celebrate Dump the Pump Day, which encourages people to take public transit, helping you save money, skip the stress of driving and reduce emissions along the way. With daily fare capping, you can ride all day for just $2.50, making transit…
Last year, we introduced you to new wayfinding technology designed to help riders who are blind or have low vision navigate transit more independently. Now, those accessibility initiatives have expanded even more. From smarter bus stop navigation and onboard audio guidance to live visual interpreting services, CapMetro is continuing to test and expand…
Welcome to our first episode of Chefs in Transit, where we take you around the city exclusively using CapMetro service to explore local restaurants you need to visit around Austin, all accessible by CapMetro Bus or Rail. We’ll also spotlight the chefs and founders of each restaurant to learn what inspires their unique vision, cooking style, and passion for culinary arts. Our…
Beginning June 1, CapMetro is going back to front door boarding only for bus services across the system. Rear door boarding was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of broader health and safety measures. As travel patterns and operations have continued to normalize, returning to front door boarding helps:…
