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Release Date: July 11, 2024
Media Hot Line: 713.739.4040

Local Bus Service Restored, Additional HOV/HOT Lane to Reopen

METRO has restored service to all local bus routes and continues the necessary work to fully restore the transit system following Hurricane Beryl. With the addition of I-69 (Southwest Freeway), three METRO-operated HOV/HOT lanes will be open for service on Friday.

Other service adjustments remain in place as the region recovers. We appreciate your continued patience.

Below are the latest service adjustments.

Friday, July 12

• Park & Ride: All service will remain suspended.
• Local Bus: All routes have resumed operations, but please allow extra travel time due to delays and detours. View route-specific service alerts here to get the latest info for your trip.
• METRORail: Bus shuttles will continue to be offered on all three lines until train service is restored. View the latest status on rail service and bus shuttle info here.
• HOV/HOT Lanes:
  • The following lanes will be open during normal operating hours:
    • I-45 (North Freeway)
    • Hwy. 290 (Northwest Freeway)
    • I-69 / U.S. Hwy. 59 South (Southwest Freeway)
    • *Some ramps may be closed due to current conditions.
  • The I-45 (Gulf Freeway) and I-69 / U.S. Hwy. 59 North (Eastex Freeway) HOV/HOT lanes remain closed.
• METROLift and curb2curb: Operating normal service.
• Customer Service and RideStores: Operating during their normal hours.

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.