If you’re traveling on Sunday or Monday, July 4-5, check out the holiday schedule for catching your ride.
Category: News Release
“Double Dash” launches on Sunday
(FORT WORTH, TX – May 27, 2021) – Over the next several months, Trinity Metro will operate a “Special Events Double Dash” route to provide downtown transportation for large events at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Thanks to a partnership with Visit Fort Worth, rides on The Dash electric buses will be free during these events.
The remaining projected services dates are July 29-Aug.8, and Aug. 8-15. Visitors may easily dash around downtown or dash to the Fort Worth Cultural District to enjoy additional entertainment and dining options.
During these special events, The Dash will utilize bus stops previously used by Molly the Trolley. Trinity Metro will have additional signage at Fort Worth Central Station to help clarify the route and stops.
About Trinity Metro
Trinity Metro is a regional transportation system that provides public transportation to meet the mobility needs in Tarrant County. The agency offers connections throughout the North Central Texas region, providing passenger trips on buses, TEXRail, ACCESS paratransit, ZIPZONEs, vanpools and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), a 34-mile commuter rail line jointly owned and operated with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Trinity Metro is the sole owner and operator of TEXRail, a 27-mile commuter rail line that runs between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal B.
South Tarrant ZIPZONE starts June 1
(FORT WORTH, TX – May 26, 2021) – The Crowley ZIPZONE is expanding its service area and extending hours of operation beginning Tuesday, June 1. To reflect the new service area of Crowley, Everman and parts of south Fort Worth, the ZIPZONE name is changing to the South Tarrant ZIPZONE. Hours of operation will be 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on weekdays.
To celebrate the new South Tarrant ZIPZONE expansion, Trinity Metro is offering free rides to passengers on all ZIPZONEs through June 30, 2021. The other ZIPZONEs are Southside and Mercantile (powered by VIA) and Alliance (powered by Lyft).
The South Tarrant ZIPZONE is supported by grant funding from the North Central Texas Council of Governments and the Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement program. The expansion offers connections to bus routes 65X at the South Park & Ride and bus routes 6, 66X, 67X, 71, and 72.
About Trinity Metro
Trinity Metro is a regional transportation system that provides public transportation to meet the mobility needs in Tarrant County. The agency offers connections throughout the North Central Texas region, providing passenger trips on buses, TEXRail, ACCESS paratransit, ZIPZONEs, vanpools and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE) a 34-mile commuter rail line jointly owned and operated with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Trinity Metro is the sole owner and operator of TEXRail, a 27-mile commuter rail line that runs between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal B.
Virtual public meetings for Advancing East Lancaster
(FORT WORTH, TX – May 21, 2021) – The East Lancaster Avenue community is invited to join one of three upcoming virtual community meetings in June to learn more about Advancing East Lancaster. Public feedback will be used to help develop a plan for a connected, accessible and thriving corridor from downtown Fort Worth on Lancaster Avenue past Interstate 820 by implementing local high-capacity transit and surrounding economic development.
The project’s first round of public meetings is scheduled for June 15, 16 and 17, and are designed to bring residents, community leaders, elected officials, business owners and other stakeholders together with project representatives to obtain vital input needed to help guide the advancement of the transit-oriented development (TOD) plan. All are encouraged to attend, as your feedback is needed to support the design and development of project plans that will be compiled and presented to the Fort Worth City Council for approval.
About the Advancing East Lancaster plan
As the region continues to grow, we want communities to evolve as well. High-capacity transit has the ability to bypass traffic and avoid delays by operating in a dedicated lane. Establishing local high-capacity transit can provide not only convenient transit options, but economic opportunities to the surrounding communities through mixed-use development of commercial, residential, office and entertainment centered around or located near each transit station, while creating a sense of community. Help us determine what the corridor could look like and its future possibilities.
This project is led by Trinity Metro and the City of Fort Worth in coordination with the consultant firm Kimley-Horn.
VIRTUAL MEETING #1
Tuesday, June 15, 2021
12-1:30 p.m.
VIRTUAL MEETING #2
Wednesday, June 16, 2021
4-5:30 p.m.
VIRTUAL MEETING #3
Thursday, June 17, 2021
6-7:30 p.m.
Media Contact
Robin Baker
Public Involvement Manager
(828) 406-7338
Masks required through Sept. 13
(FORT WORTH, TX – May 18, 2021) – Trinity Metro will continue following the federal mandate that requires passengers and employees to wear face masks in the agency’s facilities and on board all buses, trains and other public transit vehicles. The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) recently extended the face mask requirement for all public transportation through Sept. 13.
The mask policy applies to transportation hubs, such as Fort Worth Central Station, as well as other train stations. Masks are required on all services, including buses, TEXRail, Trinity Railway Express, ZIPZONE and ACCESS paratransit.
About Trinity Metro
Trinity Metro is a regional transportation system that provides public transportation to meet the mobility needs in Tarrant County. The agency offers connections throughout the North Central Texas region, providing passenger trips on buses, TEXRail, ACCESS paratransit, ZIPZONEs, vanpools and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), a 34-mile commuter rail line jointly owned and operated with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Trinity Metro is the sole owner and operator of TEXRail, a 27-mile commuter rail line that runs between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal B.
Rider alert: Memorial Day
Trinity Metro’s schedule for Memorial Day:
On Memorial Day, May 31, Trinity Metro buses and ACCESS paratransit services will operate on a Sunday schedule.
TEXRail will operate on its regular schedule. Trinity Railway Express will not operate.
The Southside ZIPZONE and Alliance ZIPZONE will operate on regular schedules. ZIPZONE services in Mercantile and Crowley will not operate.
Customer care representatives will be available from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday at 817-215-8600.
The agency’s administrative offices, ticket sales center and the customer kiosk will be closed for the holiday.
System redesign public hearing scheduled for Thursday, May 6, 2021
Trinity Metro is hosting a public hearing for A Better Connection, which is the bus system redesign to make connections more efficient for customers. At the public hearing, we will present proposed changes to the Draft Plan based on feedback we have received to date.
CLICK HERE FOR PUBLIC MEETING MATERIALS
CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE DRAFT PLAN AND PLAN YOUR TRIPS ON THE NEW ROUTES
The public comment period has been extended through May 13, 2021 at 5:00 p.m.
Take TEXRail to free FWO performance in Grapevine
(FORT WORTH, TX – April 7, 2021) – Trains, wine and music are converging in Grapevine for a fun spring outing. Trinity Metro and the Fort Worth Opera are teaming up to provide a free springtime performance at 2:30-3:30 p.m. Saturday, April 10, at Grapevine/Main Street Station.
The music, which will be in Peace Circle Plaza, is in conjunction with the Grapevine Convention & Visitors Bureau’s 99th Annual New Vintage Wine and Gallery Trail & Blessing of the Vines event. The traditional blessing of wines and grapevines will be at 2 p.m., just prior to the opera performance.
Although the opera performance is free, attendees who choose to attend the New Vintage event will need to purchase tickets, which are $45 in advance of $50 on Saturday. The paid event includes a souvenir wine glass, three wine tastings, one food item and access to art galleries, artist studios and Grapevine’s Public Art Trail.
Visitors who travel via TEXRail will arrive at the destination without worrying about parking at the popular event.
About Trinity Metro
Trinity Metro is a regional transportation system that provides public transportation to meet the mobility needs in Tarrant County. The agency offers connections throughout the North Central Texas region, annually providing 8 million passenger trips on buses, TEXRail, ACCESS paratransit, ZIPZONEs, vanpools and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), a 34-mile commuter rail line jointly owned and operated with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Trinity Metro is the sole owner and operator of TEXRail, a 27-mile commuter rail line that runs between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal B.
Community food pantry March 24
Trinity Metro is joining forces with the Tarrant Area Food Bank to help feed those in need. On Wednesday, March 24, volunteers from the Trinity Metro staff and Board of Directors will be at the parking lot near TEXRail’s North Side Station to distribute food to 200 families.
Celebrating Transit Driver Appreciation Day
(FORT WORTH, TX – March 15, 2021) – Trinity Metro is joining public transportation agencies across the country in celebrating Transit Driver Appreciation Day on Thursday, March 18.
“Our drivers are the backbone of our transit agency,” said President and CEO Bob Baulsir. “Transit Driver Appreciation Day is an opportunity to honor our drivers for the exceptional work they do throughout the year. They are the face of Trinity Metro, and we are so proud of how well they represent us in the community.”
For many customers, a bus driver is the only person they will meet from a transit agency.
“Our drivers represent not only a reliable ride. They also represent someone who is a friendly face on a passenger’s regular route. Drivers also provide customer service by answering questions, providing directions and making sure passengers reach their destinations safely.”
At Trinity Metro, bus operators cover 6 million miles over the course of a year. That equates to 408,000 hours behind the wheel. ACCESS paratransit drivers spend 74,000 hours transporting customers across 1.3 million miles in a year.
Bus fun facts
- Trinity Metro’s fleet has 154 buses.
- The 48 routes serve many locations, including all Tarrant County College campuses, TCU, Tarrant County courts and the Historic Fort Worth Stockyards.
- Routes are served by 240 dedicated bus operators, 20 supervisors and 87 bus mechanic personnel.
About Trinity Metro
Trinity Metro is a regional transportation system that provides public transportation to meet the mobility needs in Tarrant County. The agency offers connections throughout the North Central Texas region, annually providing 8 million passenger trips on buses, TEXRail, ACCESS paratransit, ZIPZONEs, vanpools and the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), a 34-mile commuter rail line jointly owned and operated with Dallas Area Rapid Transit (DART). Trinity Metro is the sole owner and operator of TEXRail, a 27-mile commuter rail line that runs between downtown Fort Worth and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport’s Terminal B.