Capital Metro starting service from downtown to state homeless encampment

On Monday, Capital Metro will start providing service to and from the state encampment twice a day, according to a  spokesperson. 

Temporary downtown MetroRail station opens Monday

The downtown station was the smallest yet busiest of the nine MetroRail stations, which is why CapMetro said it was time to redesign it.  

CapMetro proposes transit plan that would cost billions

On Wednesday, City Council met with Capital Metro to learn more about what options are on the table and how much it will cost to implement them. 

Capital Metro & City of Austin release long-term vision for transportation in Austin

Capital Metro and the City of Austin have a released a plan to expand Austin's transit system. It's a long-term vision to fix transportation in the city and it comes with a pretty hefty price tag.

Leander reconsiders vote to drop CapMetro services

Leander City Council was expected to make a decision about whether to move forward with plans to leave the future of CapMetro services up to voters. However, council members decided only to hold a public comment period on the matter instead of proceeding with that plan. 

MetroRail service between Leander and Lakeline restored following accident

Capital Metro has restored MetroRail service between Lakeline and Leander after a semitruck crashed on the tracks on Friday. CapMetro was not involved in the crash.

Auto-Ped Collisions remain a problem for Austin
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On board cameras from a CapMetro bus show how quickly an auto-pedestrian collision can happen.

New CapMetro route connects Downtown Austin to Round Rock
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There's a new travel option connecting Round Rock and Downtown Austin. CapMetro has added a new bus route that will use the Mopac express lanes.�

CapMetro using new NB MoPac express lane
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If you thought driving in and out of downtown was bad it looks like it's going to be getting worse. FOX 7's Jacqueline Sarkissian has more on CapMetro using the new northbound MoPac express lane which is expected to cause more backups.

Capital Metro hits record-breaking ridership during SXSW

Capital Metro reports is had record-breaking ridership on its buses and trains from March 13-22. The agency offered extended service to accommodate the estimated 70,000 people in attendance for Sou...

Capital Metro works to accommodate tens of thousands of passengers for festival

As tens of thousands of people descend on Austin for South by Southwest this week, say hello to more traffic congestion and crowded buses and trains.

CapMetro Transportation Services for SXSW 2015

Getting around Austin is easier than ever! Now, leave the change at home and download our FREE mobile app to easily buy passes on-the-go. Buy your Local, Premium or Commuter Day Pass, 7-Day Pass or...

Driver injured in CapMetro bus crash

A Capital Metro bus driver has been injured after a bus crashed into a pole.

MetroRail operating but experiencing delays

CapMetro has announced that MetroRail is experiencing 15-20 minute delays but is operating.

CapMetro fares go up 25 cents

Starting Sunday it will cost you a little bit more to get around town by CapMetro train or bus.