Welcome back to our third episode of Chefs in Transit, where we take you around the city exclusively using CapMetro service to explore local restaurants around Austin, all accessible by CapMetro Bus or Rail. Our host and Food Network’s own Ali Khan will travel with the chefs and founders of each restaurant to learn what inspires … Read more
On June 18, CapMetro joins transit agencies nationwide to celebrate Dump the Pump Day, which encourages people to take public transit, helping you save money, skip the stress of driving and reduce emissions along the way. With daily fare capping, you can ride all day for just $2.50, making transit more convenient and affordable than … Read more
Last year, we introduced you to new wayfinding technology designed to help riders who are blind or have low vision navigate transit more independently. Now, those accessibility initiatives have expanded even more. From smarter bus stop navigation and onboard audio guidance to live visual interpreting services, CapMetro is continuing to test and expand technology aimed at making public … Read more
Beginning June 1, CapMetro is going back to front door boarding only for bus services across the system. Rear door boarding was introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic as part of broader health and safety measures. As travel patterns and operations have continued to normalize, returning to front door boarding helps: Customers boarding our bus service … Read more
In its first eight months of operation, CapMetro’s new Transit Police Department handled more than 3,400 calls for service, made 75 arrests and conducted proactive patrols that accounted for nearly two-thirds of all safety activity across the system. CapMetro Transit Police Chief, RenEarl Bowie, shared those numbers and key observations with the CapMetro Board on … Read more
Paying your fare shouldn’t slow you down when you’re boarding a bus, and now it doesn’t have to. As part of our ongoing process to expedite, modernize, and simplify our fare payment system, we are now introducing tap to pay on all our buses. Beginning February 1, 2026, customers can tap a credit or debit … Read more
National Hispanic Heritage Month is a proud tradition celebrated across the United States each year. It is a time for us to honor the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic Americans whose ancestors originate from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This year, we’re spotlighting two employees of Hispanic descent who bring … Read more
Meet Alex Abdun-Nabi, CapMetro’s Emergency Preparedness Program Manager who’s been with the agency for the past 4 years and is lovingly nicknamed Mr. Doom & Gloom. Alex has over 10 years of experience as an emergency manager, having previously worked with other agencies in Texas and Michigan. His love of public transit started as a … Read more
We want to hear from you! It’s time again for CapMetro’s yearly budget check-in, and your input is a key part of the process. We’re dedicated to keeping our finances transparent and using your tax dollars responsibly. Whether it’s expanding routes, upgrading services, or making daily rides more reliable, your feedback helps us get it … Read more
Pride Month goes beyond simple celebration—it’s a reminder of CapMetro’s commitment to uplift different voices, highlighting the stories of people who help our agency stay connected to the communities we serve. This June, we’re featuring two employees, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, who help shape our work and strengthen our mission. Jacob LaBorde, an Environmental … Read more