To help everyone with their summer fun and back-to-school activities, Trinity Metro is offering free rides on all local services from Monday, Aug. 4, through Sunday, Aug. 10. Services include bus, train, rideshare and Trinity Metro Bikes. The free rides encompass the sales tax holiday weekend, Aug. 8-10, so back-to-school shoppers can ride transit for free while taking advantage of tax-free shopping.
Simply board the bus or train – no ticket needed – and begin your adventure throughout Tarrant County! Discover details about individual services below.
Trinity Metro TEXRail
Haven’t experienced riding Trinity Metro TEXRail to DFW Airport? Now’s your chance. Hop aboard and enjoy a peaceful car-free ride. Find the schedule here.
Trinity Metro Bus
Use a Trinity Metro bus to get to your favorite shopping destination. Take advantage of all the savings during Tax-Free Weekend, including transportation to and from the mall! Trinity Metro buses serve major retail destinations including Hulen Mall, La Gran Plaza de Fort Worth and University Park Village, to name a few. Begin planning your ride here.
Trinity Metro Bikes
Explore the Trinity Trails or any scenic spot courtesy of Trinity Metro Bikes. Our bike sharing program is great exercise and environmentally friendly! With 400 bikes and 62 stations around Fort Worth, your potential destinations are numerous. Although each 30-minute ride is free for the week, your bike usage requires activation of an account and a $50 security deposit held for up to 48 hours. Learn more here.
Trinity Metro On-Demand
Ridesharing is fun and Trinity Metro offers the service in select communities within Tarrant County. Similar to Uber and Lyft, Trinity Metro On-Demand allows you to book a ride within a specific service boundary using your smartphone. This corner-to-corner travel is ideal for a quick lunch break so you don’t have to move your vehicle or search for a parking spot when you are pressed for time. Use of the rideshare service requires setting up an account and booking a ride in advance of your trip. See where you can ride on-demand here.
Trinity Railway Express
TRE offers premier commuter rail service between Fort Worth and Dallas. There are great attractions and events between the two cities and TRE can deliver you there. Please note that this free ride offer is only valid within Tarrant County. If your travels take you east of CentrePort/DFW Airport Station, you will need to purchase a DART Local Day Pass. Check out the schedule here.
Don’t miss this cost-free opportunity to explore Tarrant County on Trinity Metro!
