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Release Date: July 9, 2024
Media Hot Line: 713.739.4040

METRO Resumes More Local Bus Service & Offers Bus Shuttles Along METRORail

METRO will again offer modified service Wednesday as hurricane recovery efforts continue across the region.

We are committed to providing safe and reliable transportation and will fully resume service when it is possible to safely do so. We appreciate your patience.

Below are the latest service adjustments.

Wednesday, July 10

• Park & Ride: All service will remain suspended.
• Local Bus: Many local routes have resumed service, including: 02, 05, 07, 08, 11, 20, 26, 28, 38, 39, 40, 44, 47, 50, 52, 54, 56, 63, 65, 73, 80, 82, 85, 86, 96, 102 and 108. Delays and detours are possible. Allow for extra time and view route-specific service alerts here to get the latest info.
• METRORail: Service on the Red, Green and Purple lines remains suspended due to power outages. Bus shuttles are currently being offered on all three lines. View the latest bus shuttle info here.
• HOV/HOT Lanes: All METRO-operated express lanes will remain closed.
• METROLift and curb2curb: Offering normal service.
• Customer Service and RideStores: Operating during their normal hours.

Again, even as additional services are restored, please allow for extra travel time.

Stay Informed:

• Check METRO's Service Alerts: For the latest updates on service restoration, please visit RideMETRO.org/Alerts and sign up to receive service notifications here. You can also view alerts and track your ride in real-time using the ONE to Ride App.
• Contact Customer Service: If you have any questions or need assistance, please call or text METRO's Customer Service Call Center at 713-635-4000. Representatives will be available from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Get Alerts on Social Media: Follow us on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) for real-time updates.

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 Express Lanes, curb2curb microtransit service and METRO Star Vanpool. Road improvement projects are also part of METRO’s commitment to the Houston region. Learn more about METRO services at RideMETRO.org, where you will also find useful tools like the ONE to Ride app where you can plan your trip and even pay your fare from your phone.