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Release Date: May 14, 2021
Media Hot Line: 713.739.4040
 On Monday, May 17 uninterrupted rail service on the METRORail Red Line will resume. On weekdays, trains will operate every 6 minutes between Fannin South and Burnett Transit Centers and every 12 minutes between Burnett and Northline Transit Centers. The return to service follows completion and testing of the major trackwork project between Fannin South and Smith Lands stations. The project, which included track, crossing and drainage improvements, began late last year.
Customers can plan travel and purchase contactless fares through METRO's TRIP App and follow METRO's Twitter and Facebook pages for updates. METRO also offers real-time information through its service alerts system.
Customers may also contact METRO's Customer Service Center at 713-635-4000 if they have any questions or need trip planning information.
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The Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County (METRO) is the region’s largest public transit provider, offering safe, clean, reliable, accessible and friendly transportation services. METRO’s transit network includes local bus, METRORail which includes the Red Line (Main Street and Northline), the Green Line (East End) and the Purple Line (Southeast), Park & Ride commuter buses, METROLift paratransit service, HOV/HOT lanes, Community Connector microtransit and Star Vanpool. In 2020, the Authority introduced the METRORapid Silver Line, the region’s first bus rapid transit service. Bike & Ride programs and road improvement projects are also part of METRO’s commitment to the region. Focused on investing in the region’s future mobility needs, the Authority developed the METRONext Moving Forward Plan. METRO is also the first transit provider in the region to pilot autonomous vehicle shuttle technology. 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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