10 Best Tram Stops in Austin

Howard Station Park & Ride is a transit station with a passenger loading area and free parking lot. It suits commuters who want to leave a car before continuing toward downtown Austin by rail or bus. The station area has a large parking lot, and services described there include CapMetro’s 243 Wells Branch and 150 Round Rock routes, along with a train connection toward downtown.

Lakeline Station is an Austin-area transit stop with a passenger loading area for bus and train travel. It suits commuters and weekend riders who want an alternative to driving, including trips between Lakeline and downtown. The station is described as clean, well lit and accessible, with parking and secure bike areas available.

Downtown Station is a tram stop serving CapMetro’s Route 550 Red Line in Austin. The rail service connects downtown with Leander across 10 stations, including Highland and McKalla near Q2 Stadium, and links with Park & Ride locations and connector buses. The station suits commuters and event travelers who want an alternative to driving, with contactless single-ride payment available onboard.

Plaza Saltillo Station is an Austin light rail station with a passenger loading area in East Austin. Its location places riders near East Sixth Street, parks, restaurants, shops and housing, while the station itself is described as an open, maintained space with Latino-inspired artwork, fresco tiles and mosaic elements. Bikes and scooters are commonly available nearby.

North Lamar Transit Center is a CapMetro public transportation hub serving Austin within the Central Texas transit network. CapMetro provides bus and rail services, with route maps, timetables, stops, stations and Park & Rides available for trip planning. Riders can use Transit for real-time arrivals and service alerts, while Tap to Pay supports per-ride payment with a daily fare cap after two rides.