All Systems Go Future Connections Study Home | Contact Us | FAQs | Understanding the Terms   
Capital Metro
Study OverviewUnderstanding The Study ProcessGet InvolvedGet More InformationWhat's New
What's New
Public Outreach Overview
Library
FAQs
Contact Us
Related Web Links
   
Did You Know
 
PUBLIC OUTREACH OVERVIEW
Issues of Consequence « back

Commuter Rail Urban Service (if approved by voters in the Nov. 2 referendum)

  • To operate starter service on existing freight rail line owned by Capital Metro
  • To serve east, northwest and central Austin, plus suburban passengers
  • Nine stops, with eight within the City of Austin , along the way
  • Future extensions to require detailed analysis and referendum, under current state law

Rapid Bus Service

  • Technologically advanced buses use a traffic signal priority system to move buses more quickly through traffic
  • Provides real-time arrival information
  • To include, but not limited to, areas such as: North Lamar, South Congress, Burnet, Riverside, East 7th/Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, Oltorf/Pleasant Valley/51st, Northeast, Mueller, Rundberg/Research, Parmer, Ben White, Oak Hill

Express and Local Bus Service

  • Higher-speed Express bus service from suburban Capital Metro service area locations
  • Express bus service to Park & Ride locations at North IH-35, South IH-35, Oak Hill, Manor, 620/2222, South MoPac
  • Increased core local bus system providing frequent-stop access
  • Increased cross-town routes
  • Realignment of routes to enhance other bus and rail connections

Future Passenger Rail Service

  • Includes proposed rail service not included in the current referendum
  • Regional commuter rail service from Georgetown to San Antonio on Union Pacific freight tracks along MoPac Expressway
  • Urban commuter rail service along the abandoned MoKan rail right-of-way currently being preserved for transit by TxDOT
  • Commuter rail service to Manor and Elgin along existing Capital Metro freight tracks
  • Capital Metro is collaborating with other regional transportation organizations to determine the future of these lines
[ back to top ]
  Home | Contact Us | FAQs | Understanding the Terms
Study Overview | Understanding the Study Process | Get Involved | Get More Information | What's New