Author: Glenn Miller

Trinity Metro will announce its next color-coded bus line tomorrow, Friday, March 6, 2026, during Visit Fort Worth’s 2026 Annual Meeting at the Fort Worth Convention Center Arena.

Trinity Metro’s color-coded bus initiative is designed to simplify transit, create intuitive connections, and celebrate the distinct neighborhoods and destinations that make Fort Worth special. By pairing bold, memorable colors with high-visibility corridors, Trinity Metro is making it easier than ever for residents and visitors alike to move confidently throughout the city.

“Our color-coded bus lines are about clarity and pride,” said Rich Andreski, President and CEO of Trinity Metro. “When someone can say ‘take the Orange Line’ or ‘ride the Blue Line,’ it becomes intuitive and it becomes part of the Fort Worth experience. We’re thrilled to share what’s next with the hospitality and tourism leaders gathered at Visit Fort Worth’s Annual Meeting.” At the same time, these lines reflect the identity and energy of the communities they serve.

Building On the Momentum of Orange and Blue Lines

Trinity Metro launched the Orange Line in September 2024 to connect Downtown Fort Worth and the Stockyards, with frequent service and extended hours, developed in partnership with community and tourism partners. With their bright orange exteriors, Western themed artwork, cowprint seats, and other nods to Fort Worth’s heritage, the new buses immediately signaled that the ride itself was part of the Stockyards experience for both locals and visitors. Trinity Metro saw increased ridership, with customers citing the artwork, frequent service, and a clean and safe ride as highlights of the experience.

In 2025, Trinity Metro launched the Blue Line as the second color-coded route, delivering a high-frequency, downtown circulator experience supported by partners including free rides year-round enabled through partnerships with Visit Fort Worth and Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. The Blue Line began service June 8, 2025, with buses arriving about every seven minutes to connect key downtown destinations and major transit connections. Designed to enhance walkability and accessibility in the urban core, the Blue Line has helped residents, workers, students, and visitors seamlessly connect to jobs, restaurants, cultural venues, and major transit hubs.

A Natural Fit for Fort Worth Tourism and Hospitality

Together, these lines represent more than new routes; they reflect a shift toward a simpler, more intuitive, and more community-connected transit experience.

The announcement will take place in front of the city’s hospitality and entertainment community at Visit Fort Worth’s Annual Meeting, where leaders will highlight tourism performance and what’s ahead for the city.

“Great transit enhances a great visitor experience,” said Anette Landeros, Chief Strategy Officer of Trinity Metro. “When it’s easy to understand and easy to use, it helps guests explore more of Fort Worth and helps locals rediscover our city.”

Additional details about the new line including its color, route, service features, and launch timeline  will be announced on March 6.

Follow Trinity Metro on Facebook and LinkedIn for the official announcement.

EVENT DETOURS NOTICE

Trinity Metro bus riders on select routes will encounter detours this weekend due to the 2026 Cowtown Marathon. Please anticipate delays in service throughout the event time period. 

Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026: 5 a.m.-3 p.m.

Routes Affected: 2, 4, 52, 53

Route 2 Stops Missed: All stops on 6th, 7th, and Camp Bowie to Clover Lane will not be serviced during event times. 

Route 2 (Outbound)
From 7th
Left – Summit
Right – 30 West Service Rd
Follow the signs for 30 west towards Abilene
Enter 30 and stay in the right lane
Exit – Montgomery (Exit 11)
Stay on 30 W Service Rd
Right – Clover
Left – Camp Bowie Regular Route

Route 2 (Inbound)
From Camp Bowie
Right – Clover
Left – 30 East Service Rd
Enter – 30 East
Exit – Summit (Exit 13)
Left – Summit (Use outside lane)
Right – 7th
Regular Route

Route 4 Stops Missed: All Stops on Montgomery Between I -30 and Camp Bowie will not be serviced during event times.

Route 4 (Westbound)
From Montgomery
Left – 30 Service Rd West
Left – Clover Lane
Left – 30 Service Rd East
Right – Montgomery
Continue Eastbound

Route 52 Stops Missed: All stops on Lancaster, 7th, Carroll, White Settlement, and University will not be serviced during event times. Please utilize stops on Camp Bowie & Watonga, two blocks before Montgomery to make connection with Route 52.

Route 52 (Northbound)
From Camp Bowie
Right – Watonga (Make Carroll & 5th layover at Camp Bowie & Watonga)
Right – Tulsa Way
Right – Burnett Tandy Dr to Crestline
Left – Camp Bowie Blvd @ Traffic Light
Regular Route continue southbound

Route 53 Stops Missed: All stops on University from I-30 to 7th will be closed, along with Carroll and White Settlement during event times.  Please use stops at Sondra & Bailey area. 

Route 53 (Northbound)
From University
Veer Right onto Rosedale (Just before the light by Rex’s)
Left – Henderson
Take the roundabout and follow the signs for Jacksboro Hwy
Left – University
Right – Sondra
Regular Route

Route 53 (Southbound)
From White Settlement
Left – University
Right – Jacksboro Hwy
Take a roundabout and follow the signs for Henderson.
Keep straight on Henderson
Right – Rosedale
Follow signs for University Drive (Do not get on 30 West)
Exit – University Dr.
Left – University Dr.
Regular Route

Sunday, March 1, 2026: 7 a.m.-5 p.m.

Routes Affected: 1, 2, 4, 5, 46, 52, 53, 89, Blue Line, Orange Line

All Stops in the Downtown area will not be serviced during event times, with the exception of Commerce, Calhoun, and Jones.  Passengers are encouraged to make connections at Fort Worth Central Station.

Route 1 (Outbound)
Right –Jones
Left – Commerce
Take E Lancaster
Right – 35 Service Rd (South)
Right – Vickery
Left – Hemphill
Regular Route

Route 1 (Inbound)
From Hemphill
Right – Vickery
Left – 35 Service Rd (North)
Left – Lancaster into Fort Worth Central Station

Route 2 Stops Missed: All stops on 6th, 7th, and Lancaster to Montgomery will not be serviced during event times. 

Route 2 (Outbound)
From Fort Worth Central Station
Left – 9th
Left – Commerce
Take E Lancaster
Right – 35 Service Rd (South)
Veer left onto Highway
Right – Rosedale
Right – Forest Park
Left – 30 west Service Rd
Veer left onto Highway
Exit – Montgomery (Exit 11)
Stay on 30 West Service Rd
Right – Clover
Left – Camp Bowie
Regular Route

Route 2 (Inbound)
From Camp Bowie
Right – Montgomery
Left – 30 East Service Rd
Enter – 30 East
Exit – Rosedale (Exit 12 B)
Continue on Rosedale
Left – 35 Service Rd
Veer left onto Highway
Exit –Lancaster into Fort Worth Central Station

Route 4 (Eastbound)
From Magnolia
Left – 6th
Right – Rosedale
Right – Main
Regular Route

Route 4 (Westbound)
From Main
Left – Rosedale
Left – 6th
Right – Magnolia
Left – Rosedale to Chisholm Trail
Right – Montgomery
Left – I- 30 Service Rd
Right – Clover Lane
Right – Camp Bowie (Lay Over before McDonalds)
Right – Montgomery
Regular Route

Route 5 (Outbound)
From Fort Worth Central Station
Left – 9th
Left – Commerce
Take E Lancaster
Right – 35 Service Rd. then enter 35 (South)
Exit – Rosedale
Left – Main Regular Route

Route 5 (Inbound)
From Main
Right – Rosedale
Left – 35 North
Exit – Lancaster
Left – Lancaster into Fort Worth Central Station

Route 6 (Outbound)
From Fort Worth Central Station
Left – 9th
Left – Commerce
Take E Lancaster
Right – 35 Service Rd (South)
Right – Vickery
Regular Route

Route 6 (Inbound)
From Vickery
Left – 35 Service Rd (North)
Exit – Lancaster
Left Lancaster into Fort Worth Central Station
Route 52 (Northbound)
From Camp Bowie
Right – Montgomery (Make Carroll & 5th layover at Montgomery & Watonga stop)
Right – I-30 Service Rd
Right – Clover
Left – Camp Bowie
Regular Route Continue southbound

Route 46 (Outbound)
From Jones
Left – Belknap
Right – Henderson
Regular Route

Route 46 (Inbound)
From Weatherford
Right – Calhoun
Left – 12th into Fort Worth Central Station

Route 53 (Northbound)
From University
Veer right onto Rosedale (Just before the light by Rex’s)
Left – Henderson
Take the roundabout and follow the signs for White Settlement
Left – University
Regular Route

Route 53 (Southbound)
From White Settlement
Take the roundabout and follow the signs for Henderson.
Keep straight on Henderson
Right – Rosedale
Follow signs for University Drive (Do not get on 30 West)
Exit – University Dr
Left – University Dr.
Regular Route

Route 89 (Outbound)
From Fort Worth Central Station
Left – 9th
Left – Commerce
Take E Lancaster

Route 89 (Inbound)
Regular Route

Blue Line
From 9th
Right – Commerce
Right – 2nd
Right – Calhoun
Left – 12th into Fort Worth Central Station

Orange Line (Outbound)
From Fort Worth Central Station
Left – 9th
Right – Commerce
Right – 2nd
Left – Elm
Right – Weatherford
Right – Samuels (By Town Place Suites)
Right – 23rd at (RR Tracks) turns into Decatur
Left into North Side Station

Orange Line (Inbound)
From Decatur
Continue straight onto 23rd (At railroad tracks)
Left – Samuels
Right – Belknap (Get into far-left lane)
Left – Calhoun
Left – 12th into Fort Worth Central Station

Trinity Metro and their regional transportation partners will implement new regional fares including regional customers of Trinity Railway Express (TRE) between Fort Worth and Downtown Dallas beginning Sunday, March 1, 2026. Regional fares have been updated to create a more consistent pricing structure across partner agencies. The regional regular one-day ticket price has been lowered; regional reduced fares have been adjusted as part of the overall realignment. These updates ensure long-term consistency and sustainability in regional pricing.

Customers will continue to enjoy reliable service connecting Fort Worth, Dallas, Denton County and communities across the DFW metroplex; providing a convenient alternative to traffic congestion and parking costs throughout North Texas.

New Regional Fares (Effective March 1, 2026):

• One-Day Ticket: $9
• Monthly Ticket: $192

New Reduced Regional Fares:

• One-Day Ticket: $4.50
• Monthly Ticket: $96

Reduced fare day passes will be adjusted to $4.50. Reduced fare passes are set at 50% of the regular fare, and the March 1 changes reflect that standard.

To purchase a reduced fare, customers must present valid identification and be ages 5–19, age 65 or older, a person with a disability, or a Medicare card holder.

March 1 Game Day Train to Victory Station

To coincide with the fare change, Trinity Metro will operate a special game day TRE train on Sunday, March 1. The train will depart Fort Worth T&P Station at 4:30 p.m. and arrive at Victory Station at 5:30 p.m., making all regular station stops along the route. Victory Station will serve as the final stop. The train will not continue east to EBJ Union Station in Dallas.

Customers boarding in Fort Worth or elsewhere in Tarrant County will need to purchase the new $9 regional one-day ticket. Customers boarding at CentrePort Station or any station east of CentrePort (the fare zone boundary) will pay the DART Local one-day fare of $6.

The regional fare structure is part of a partnership between Trinity Metro, Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART), and Denton County Transportation Authority (DCTA). Together, the three agencies connect Fort Worth, Dallas, Denton County and communities in between allowing customers to travel seamlessly across three transit systems using one coordinated regional fare. This integrated approach strengthens regional mobility and expands access to jobs, education, healthcare, entertainment and other key destinations, broadening opportunity throughout North Texas.

Customers are encouraged to visit TrinityRailwayExpress.org/FareUpdates/ for complete fare and schedule information.

Trinity Metro will offer free rides for voting on all local services on Tuesday, March 3. Customers who are riding to or from the polls are eligible for free rides on Trinity Metro buses, Trinity Metro On-Demand rideshare services (including paratransit) and Trinity Metro TEXRail. Free rides also include Trinity Railway Express stations in Tarrant County, including CentrePort.

To obtain a free ride, customers should notify their driver or train conductor that they are traveling to or from a voting location. Check the list of voting locations to find your best option.

Trinity Metro is operating select services today, Sunday, Jan. 25. Extreme cold temperatures and winter weather across the region continue to create hazardous travel conditions. Extended exposure to extreme cold may present safety concerns for customers waiting outdoors and for team members working in the field.

Service decisions are based on safety considerations, roadway accessibility and reflect a careful balance between maintaining mobility and minimizing risk for customers and team members.

The following services are operating today:

• TEXRail, operating on an hourly schedule. The hourly schedule is available HERE.
• On-Demand paratransit, operating on a limited schedule for life-sustaining service.
• Customer Service is available today until 5 p.m. for transportation assistance and the most current service information.

Trinity Metro Bus service is not operating today due to road conditions.

Trinity Railway Express (TRE) and TRE Link are not operating, as these services do not normally operate on Sundays.

For the latest information, customers are encouraged to visit RideTrinityMetro.org/weather or follow Trinity Metro on social media. Customers who are subscribed to Trinity Metro service alerts receive updates in real time.

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2026

Trinity Metro Service Advisory – Weather Impacts

Inclement weather is beginning to impact and delay Trinity Metro services and is expected to continue affecting operations now and for the foreseeable future. Customers should plan ahead and anticipate service delays.

Current service impacts include:

• TEXRail is operating on an hourly service schedule.
• Trinity Metro Bus: Some routes have transitioned to Ice Routes due to roadway conditions.
• Trinity Metro On-Demand and Paratransit services are operating on a normal schedule at this time.

Trinity Metro teams are closely monitoring weather and road conditions and will continue to adjust service as conditions change, with the safety of our customers and team members as our top priority.

Customers who require assistance may contact Trinity Metro Customer Support at 817.215.8600 until 8 p.m. this evening and on Sunday 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Before Heading Out: 

• Stay informed by visiting RideTrinityMetro.org/Weather, monitoring Trinity Metro Alerts, GoPass alerts, and Trinity Metro social media channels for the most up-to-date service information.
• Allow extra time and plan for possible delays 
• Watch for temporary stop changes and detours 
• Use caution on platforms, sidewalks, and at stops—surfaces may be slippery 
• Wear clothing that is appropriate for the weather conditions. 

Trinity Metro is actively preparing for the potential impacts of an upcoming winter storm in Fort Worth and North Texas, with safety remaining the agency’s top priority for customers and team members.

Icy and snowy conditions can affect transit operations in different ways across Trinity Metro’s system. During winter weather, TEXRail and Trinity Railway Express (TRE) trains, as well as buses and On-Demand services, may operate at reduced speeds, which can result in delays. Bus routes may also experience detours or temporary stop closures based on street conditions. In more severe conditions, certain services — including rail, buses, or on-demand services — may be reduced or temporarily suspended until conditions improve.

“Our teams are closely monitoring weather conditions and preparing our system so we can continue providing service as safely as possible,” said Reed Lanham, chief operating officer of Trinity Metro. “While there are no plans at this time to reduce service, safety for our customers and team members will always guide our decisions if conditions worsen.”

Trinity Metro encourages customers to plan ahead by allowing extra travel time, wearing appropriate clothing for winter conditions, and checking for service updates before heading out.

How Trinity Metro will share updates
As conditions change, Trinity Metro will communicate service impacts and recovery updates through multiple channels:

• Rider Alerts via email and text for subscribed customers
• RideTrinityMetro.org/Weather, the agency’s weather and alerts page
• GoPass app, where customers can view service alerts and trip information
• Social media on X at @TrinityMetro
• Customer Service, which can assist with trip planning and service information (817-215-8600)

“If service adjustments become necessary — such as reduced frequency, early service endings, or temporary suspensions — we will communicate those changes as information becomes available,” Lanham said. “As conditions improve, we’ll also provide updates as services begin returning to normal.”

Customers are encouraged to visit RideTrinityMetro.org/Weather or use the GoPass app for the latest information throughout the storm.

• New train at 8:20 p.m.
• Regularly scheduled train at 8:50 p.m.
• New train at 9:20 p.m.
• Regularly scheduled train at 9:50 p.m.
• New train at 10:20 p.m.
• Regularly scheduled train at 10:50 p.m.