🚍 Ride Free to Austin — New Commuter Routes Launch March 2

A smarter way to commute is arriving in Central Texas. Beginning March 2, CARTS will launch new regional commuter routes connecting Bastrop, Smithville, Georgetown and Round Rock directly to downtown Austin. Funded through the Climate Pollution Reduction Grant (CPRG) program and part of a broader regional effort led by the City of Austin Public Works and Transportation Department, the new service is designed to make commuting easier while improving air quality and reducing congestion along some of the region’s busiest corridors.

For a limited time, rides will be free, making this the perfect opportunity to leave the car behind and try a more relaxed commute. Riders can park at convenient CARTS Park & Ride locations, step onboard comfortable coach buses, and enjoy a reliable trip into Austin without the stress of traffic or parking downtown. By choosing transit through this CPRG-funded program, commuters are helping support cleaner air and a more sustainable regional transportation system — all while saving time and money.