CapMetro to Commence Summer Service Changes This Memorial Day Weekend



CapMetro to Commence Summer Service Changes This Memorial Day Weekend

CapMetro to Commence Summer Service Changes This Memorial Day Weekend

Austin, Texas-

The Austin public transit agency, CapMetro, announced plans to adjust its bus service starting Memorial Day weekend. These changes are part of the transit agency’s triannual service changes, which are determined by variation in riders’ demands and usage patterns.

Transition to Summer-Level Service

As this summer’s first adjustment, effective from May 26, CapMetro will transition the UT Austin routes to their summer-level service. In addition, the agency will suspend school trips from specific bus routes. Normally, these routes are extended during specific slots to facilitate the travel of students and school staff to and from campus. These services are set to resume in fall ahead of the new school term.

Affected Bus Routes

School Trips Suspension

The following lines will suspend school trips during the summer:

  • Route 4 (7th Street) servicing Austin High School & the Liberal Arts and Science Academy (LASA)
  • Route 217 (Montopolis Feeder) to Allison Elementary School
  • Route 315 (Ben White) to Small Middle School
  • Route 333 (William Cannon) to Perez Elementary School
  • Route 337 (Koenig/Colony Park) to LBJ Early College High School

Other Minor Changes

CapMetro plans to make minor adjustments to Routes 5 and 350, aiming to improve overall reliability and on-time performance.

The transit agency has scheduled its next set of service changes for August. Riders seeking more information about these updates can access it through CapMetro’s official website.

Adjustments Amidst Excessive Heat

Apart from the changes in the bus schedule, the city is witnessing other adaptions due to the excessive heat. An excessive heat warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for Central Texas, which will stay in effect until Monday night. In response, the City of Austin is opening cooling centers throughout the city over the Memorial Day weekend to provide relief for those out in the sweltering heat.

The changes implemented by CapMetro signify the city’s flexibility in adapting its services to meet the changing needs of the community. These summer-level alterations, along with the cooling programs, illustrate the city’s commitment to ensuring the safety and convenience of its residents during these hot summer months.



Author: HERE Austin

HERE Austin

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