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:…
In its first eight months of operation, CapMetro’s new Transit Police Department handled more than 3,400 calls for service, made 75 arrests and conducted proactive patrols that accounted for nearly two-thirds of all safety activity across the system. CapMetro Transit Police Chief, RenEarl Bowie, shared those numbers and key observations…
Did you know that CapMetro employs social workers? For National Social Worker’s Month, we wanted to shine some light on these dedicated individuals and their roles supporting the vulnerable communities on our transit system. From coordinating outreach, to assisting individuals experiencing homelessness or those facing challenges related to mental health conditions or substance abuse, CapMetro’s Community Intervention Specialists (CIS) are out in the field every day helping to…
There’s a lot going on in Central Texas, and CapMetro is no different. The agency is working hard to continue advancing a wide range of projects to advance our services and facilities. These investments will strengthen our transit network, expand capacity, and prepare us for a more sustainable future. Let’s take a look at the major projects we currently have underway. CapMetro Rapid Projects As part of Project Connect, we introduced two new Rapid lines in February…
Did you know 20% of the Austin FC fans that attend each match get there on CapMetro? We’re proud of that stat line, and we’re grateful that number continues to grow, but the number of trains we have isn’t (and that’s okay)! We have enough trains for regular service, but…
Paying your fare shouldn’t slow you down when you’re boarding a bus, and now it doesn’t have to. As part of our ongoing process to expedite, modernize, and simplify our fare payment system, we are now introducing tap to pay on all our buses. Beginning February 1, 2026, customers can…
