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Release Date: Aug. 8, 2025
Media Hot Line: 713-739-4040
 METRO has expanded service on the 270 Missouri City Park & Ride as part of its ongoing METRONow commitment to improve regional mobility.
Since Monday, July 28, select inbound and outbound trips have included new stops at the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center (VA Hospital) and various locations throughout the Texas Medical Center.
The additional stops are either directly adjacent to or within a short walking distance of key institutions, including MD Anderson Cancer Center, UTHealth Houston School of Public Health, Baylor Medicine at McNair Campus, and the Harris County Institute of Forensic Sciences.
Beginning Monday, Aug. 11, all inbound and outbound trips on the route will serve these stops.
“This route enhancement underscores METRO’s commitment to connecting communities with vital services,” said Board Chair Elizabeth Gonzalez Brock. “By improving access throughout the Texas Medical Center, we are supporting healthcare professionals, patients, and families who need reliable and convenient transportation options.”
Inbound Stops:
- Missouri City Park & Ride
- Texas Medical Center Transit Center
- Pressler Street at Richard J.V. Johnson Avenue
- Bertner Avenue at Braeswood Boulevard
- Bertner Avenue at Old Spanish Trail
- Old Spanish Trail at Cambridge Street
- VA Hospital
Outbound Stops:
- VA Hospital
- Old Spanish Trail at Cambridge Street
- Old Spanish Trail at Robertson Road
- Old Spanish Trail at Bertner Avenue
- Bertner Avenue at Braeswood Boulevard
- Pressler Street at R.J.V. Johnson MB
- Texas Medical Center Transit Center
- Missouri City Park & Ride
The route expansion is among several changes METRO is implementing on Sunday, Aug. 10 to better match service with rider demand. Updates include adjustments to select local and Park & Ride bus routes, as well as curb2curb service.
To view the full list of upcoming service changes, visit METRO’s website.
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