World Car Free Day, celebrated annually on September 22, is a global movement encouraging people to leave their cars at home for a day and explore alternative ways of getting around. This day highlights the benefits of reducing car dependency—such as improving air quality, decreasing traffic congestion, and promoting healthier lifestyles. By participating, you’re helping to make Fort Worth, and Tarrant County, a cleaner, greener city while enjoying the chance to discover the community from a new perspective. It’s a simple yet impactful way to contribute to environmental sustainability and connect with your city in a fresh way.
Taking the pledge to go car free for a day may be easier than you think. You can use Trinity Metro buses, which offer convenient routes across the city, including connections to downtown, Near Southside, the Cultural District, The Fort Worth Stockyards and popular shopping areas. You could even try out Trinity Metro Bikes at lunchtime. Reduce the number of vehicles on the road on September 22 and see how good it feels to take part.
To help everyone participate, Trinity Metro is offering free rides on all local services! Simply board the bus or train – no ticket needed – and begin your adventure throughout Tarrant County! Discover details about individual services below. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Tarrant County on Trinity Metro, risk-free and cost-free!
Commit to World Car Free Day this year with Trinity Metro, and see how much fun getting around Fort Worth can be without your car. Let’s Ride!
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Trinity Metro TEXRail
Haven’t experienced the thrill of riding Trinity Metro TEXRail to DFW Airport? Now’s your chance. With long lines, security checks and rushed passengers, the airport can be a bit chaotic, but your ride there doesn’t have to be! Hop aboard and enjoy a car-free ride in peace. Find the schedule here.
Trinity Metro Bus
Use a Trinity Metro bus to get to your favorite shopping destination. Trinity Metro buses serve major retail destinations including Hulen Mall, La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth and University Park Village, to name a few. Begin planning your ride here.
Trinity Metro Bikes
Explore the Trinity Trails or any scenic spot courtesy of Trinity Metro Bikes. Our bike sharing program is great exercise and environmentally-friendly! With 400 bikes and 62 stations around Fort Worth, your potential destinations are numerous. Although each 30-minute “pay-as-you-go” ride is free for the week, your bike usage requires activation of an account, a $50 security deposit held for up to 48 hours, and the need to redock the bike within 30 minutes to avoid an overage fee. Learn more here.
Trinity Metro On-Demand
Ridesharing is fun and Trinity Metro offers the service in select communities within Tarrant County. Similar to Uber and Lyft, Trinity Metro On-Demand allows you to book a ride within a specific service boundary using your smartphone. This corner-to-corner travel is ideal for a quick lunch break so you don’t have to move your vehicle or search for a parking spot when you are pressed for time. Use of the rideshare service requires setting up an account and booking a ride in advance of your trip. See where you can ride on-demand here. Note that On-Demand Paratransit trips are also included in the free ride promotion.
Trinity Railway Express
TRE offers premier commuter rail service between Fort Worth and Dallas. There are great attractions and events between the two cities and TRE can deliver you there. Please note that this free ride offer is only valid within Tarrant County. If your travels take you east of CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, you will need to purchase a DART Local Day Pass. Check out the schedule here.