5 Things You Probably Don't Know about CapMetro

A quick list of all the lesser-known Cap Metro programs.

"...One of the companies that is embracing the added..."

Feb. 19, 2014 Events Post by Derek Van Wagner

CapMetro Suspends MetroExpress Service, Eliminates Fare in April

New measures installed to minimize spread of COVID-19

"...to interact with operators – is the latest in CapMetro's ongoing efforts to minimize spread of the novel coronavirus...."

April 3, 2020 News Feature by Beth Sullivan

CapMetro Callout

"...been relayed to me concerning a proposed change to CapMetro PICKUP, the little blue bus that now runs in..."

Oct. 24, 2023 Postmarks

CapMetro Drivers Test Positive for COVID-19

Riders on affected routes ask to monitor for possible symptoms

"...names and medical status is not being released, but CapMetro has identified which bus routes were driven by the..."

April 2, 2020 News Post by Mike Clark-Madison

News Roundup: Pressley, Jackson, CapMetro, and more

How do you solve a problem like Laura?

"...Transit Management Inc., subcontractor of McDonald Transit Associates — CapMetro’s fixed-route management contractor. The union had filed an unfair..."

Nov. 17, 2014 News Post by the News Staff

CapMetro Launches On-Demand Service in East Austin

Rideshare tech meets bus convenience with Pickup app

June 2, 2017 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Meet (and Grill) CapMetro's CEO Candidates

Public forum today at 3pm

May 17, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

CapMetro Free for Evacuees

Austin transit company makes kind offer to people in shelters.

Sept. 13, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Cap Met Seeks Feedback on Fare Changes

Open houses begin Thursday

"...Capital Metro staff has proposed changing its fare structure..."

Oct. 13, 2010 News Post by Lee Nichols

News Roundup: Storms, Season's Greetings, and Open Carry

Reminder: Open carry law takes effect Jan. 1

"...able to tote rifles and shotguns openly in public; CapMetro offers free rides on New Year’s; council members deliver..."

Dec. 29, 2015 News Post by the News Staff

Change Is Coming … to Capital Metro

Alterations to bus service take effect Sunday

"...Hey, why wait until Tuesday for Change? Capital Metro..."

Jan. 17, 2009 News Post by Lee Nichols

Extra Quarter for the Bus

CapMetro board approves new fares to take affect Oct. 13, and second raise in 2010.

"...The baseline single fare goes from 50 cents to..."

Aug. 27, 2008 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Transit Strike Looming?

Union President Wyatt: "It will happen sometime this week"

"...the agenda of McDonald Transit, agency subcontractor. Referring to CapMetro's contingency plans, Wyatt said, "If any organization puts more..."

Nov. 14, 2012 News Post by Michael King

Fiscal Cliff? Try Cap Metro Cliff!

ATU 1091 authorizes bus strike: What next?

"...variety), Austin has a real problem. Call it the "CapMetro cliff." Who's gonna ferry all those gearheads to the..."

Nov. 9, 2012 News Post by Michael King

Cap Metro Drops Ball as Ball Drops

Detours with no notice leaves New Year's Eve revelers stranded

"...Capital Metro made a big hoo-hah about expanding service..."

Jan. 1, 2009 News Post by Richard Whittaker

Capital Metro Further Suspends Transit Service

Temporary modifications aimed at combating the spread of COVID-19

"...CapMetro Deputy Chief of Staff Sam Sargent spoke to the..."

March 27, 2020 News Post by Beth Sullivan

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving during SXSW

"...CapMetro offers special multiday Interactive/Film/Music pass specials for SXSW ranging..."

March 4, 2015 SXSW Post by Casey Rochester

Getting Around Austin: SXSW Edition

Alternatives to driving your car (because that's a terrible idea)

"...for extended hours and “special offers” in the free CapMetro App. The app features travel information as well as..."

March 3, 2016 SXSW Post by Eloise Kirn

How to Get to and From ACL Festival

Free shuttles, pricey rideshares, and more

"...sure to follow ACL's Instagram account for timely updates. CapMetro Buses and Metro Rail..."

Oct. 4, 2023 Music Post by Oscar Rodriguez

The Drinks Issue: Guide to Getting Home Safely

Put somebody else in the driver's seat with these transpo options

"...tickets online, at most grocery stores, or through the CapMetro app, which also gives you up-to-date travel information...."

July 13, 2018 Food Post by Eilish O'Sullivan

How to Get Around at SXSW

Getting from airport to panels to parties without breaking a sweat

"...plan your transportation schedule daily is to download the CapMetro App and type in your destination – the app..."

Feb. 28, 2018 SXSW Post

Austin Transportation Guide

How to get around Austin, with or without your own wheels

"...Capital Metro’s 100-AirportFlyer bus runs to and from the..."

March 3, 2017 Chronolog Post by Katie Walsh

Transportation Options at SXSW

How to get around during the clusterfuck of festival season

"...way to plan your transportation schedule daily, download the CapMetro App, which allows you to buy tickets, see bus..."

March 1, 2017 SXSW Post by Katarina Brown

Civics 101

"...structure. Now it's your time to be heard. Visit www.capmetro.com for details. Noon-1pm. Free...."

July 12, 2013 News Column

Public Notice: Connecting with Project Connect

Capital Metro announces next round of public input on Orange, Blue light rail lines

"...See capmetro.org/get-involved to register, or projectconnect.com for more info...."

July 9, 2021 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Getting Around Austin

Explore Downtown without a car and without getting lost

"...tickets online, at most grocery stores, or through the CapMetro app, which also gives you up-to-date travel information...."

June 22, 2016 Columns Post by Annamarya Scaccia

On the Move at SXSW

Get everywhere, no car needed

"...$1, and you can plan your trip easily at www.capmetro.org/planner. For bus info, call 474-1200. BIKES..."

March 11, 2011 Features Feature by Kate X Messer

MetroBike Gears Up for Revamp After Major Outage

Austin's bike share program shut down completely during SXSW

"...representatives of Aus­tin Transportation, Bike Share of Austin, and CapMetro said that software glitches caused MetroBikes to "not be..."

April 1, 2022 News Feature by Hannah Uebele

Public Notice: Transit, Then and Now

A lingering desire for streetcars

"...You can view the transit agency's Vision Plan at www.capmetro.org/projectconnect, but as we've seen recently with Imagine Austin and..."

Dec. 7, 2018 News Column by Nick Barbaro

Max vs. Metro

Max is back, and he has an alternative to light rail.

"...to light rail, has added a weapon to its anti-CapMetro arsenal: Max Nofziger. A former Austin City Council member,..."

March 29, 2002 News Feature by Michael King

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