Media Hot Line 713.739.4040
Release Date: Sept. 29, 2017
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The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is the region’s largest public transit provider, offering safe, reliable and affordable transportation services about 370,000 times per day. Besides operating more than 1,200 buses on METRO’s network, METRORail's system includes the Red Line (Main Street and Northline), Green Line (East End) and Purple Line (Southeast). METRO’s services also include: STAR Vanpool, METROLift, HOV/HOT lanes, Bike & Ride program, Park & Ride, and road improvement projects. Learn more about METRO services at ridemetro.org where you will also find useful tools like the RideMETRO app where you can plan your trip and even pay your fare from your phone.
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Free METRO Rides for Students Extended Through October
METRO
is extending its free rides to all area students through Oct. 31, 2017. Many
families are still dealing with limited transportation options and disrupted
schedules since Hurricane Harvey, and METRO continues to help. Students are
encouraged to show their student ID and do not tap the METRO Q® Fare Card when
boarding.
Harvey Recovery Free Ride Facts
- Free rides for all students K- College
- Free rides for parents escorting students
- High school and college students must present student ID before boarding
- Offer through Oct. 31, 2017
Information about METRO's routes and schedules can be found at RIDEMETRO.org.
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