Project Completed, METRORail Red Line to Resume Service

Release Date: May 15, 2021
Media Hot Line: 713.739.4040

On Monday, May 17 uninterrupted rail service on the METRORail Red Line will resume. On weekdays, trains will operate every 6 minutes between Fannin South and Burnett Transit Centers and every 12 minutes between Burnett and Northline Transit Centers. The return to service follows completion and testing of the major trackwork project between Fannin South and Smith Lands stations. The project, which included track, crossing and drainage improvements, began late last year.

Customers can plan travel and purchase contactless fares through METRO's TRIP App and follow METRO's Twitter and Facebook pages for updates. METRO also offers real-time information through its service alerts system.

Customers may also contact METRO's Customer Service Center at 713-635-4000 if they have any questions or need trip planning information.