Downtown Construction Work Prompts Temporary Service Change on METRORail

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Oct. 30, 2018


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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 VanpoolMETROLiftHOV/HOT lanesBike & 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.

Downtown Construction Prompts Bus Shuttles on Sunday


On Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018, METRORail service will be modified along all METRORail lines beginning at the start of service until 7 p.m. due to construction work in the downtown area.

Temporary adjustments to rail service will take place at the following locations: 

  • METRORail Red Line: Two-way bus shuttle service will be provided every 10 minutes between Downtown Transit Center and Burnett Transit Center/Casa de Amigos stations. METRO staff and/or platform signage will direct riders to board at nearby bus shuttle stops. 
  • METRORail Green/Purple Lines: Two-way bus shuttle service will be provided every 10 minutes between EADO and Theater District stations. METRO staff and/or platform signage will direct riders to board at nearby bus shuttle stops. 

METRO's TRIP App and Next Bus Arrival Texting service may not reflect accurate departure and arrival information during this time. Please monitor METRO's Twitter and Facebook pages for timely updates. METRO also offers real-time information through its service alerts system.

Customers may also contact METRO's Customer Care team at 713-635-4000 if they have any questions or need trip planning information.


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