North - Northwest Austin Edition | February 2024

Transportation

BY KATY MCAFEE

New commuter rail stop McKalla Station opened directly across from the Q2 Stadium parking lot in February. Construction of the $58.8 million project started in July 2022. The station marks one of the rst programs completed by Project Connect, a multibillion-dollar plan passed by voters in November 2020 to rethink and expand Austin’s transportation infrastructure. McKalla Station is on CapMetro’s Red Line, which runs from downtown Austin through the central and northwest portion of the city and to the city of Leander. The project aims to increase connectivity in the area and increase the rail’s capacity to handle more riders. McKalla Station opened Feb. 24

Looking ahead

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The station on McKalla Place opened Feb. 24, after press time. The rail was scheduled to open in time for Austin FC’s home opening game against Minnesota United. The line’s existing Kramer Station will be decommissioned sometime after McKalla station opens. Riders can purchase rail fare through the CapMetro App, online, or at select H-E-B locations. Additionally, riders can use CapMetro’s trip planner tool to view routes and wait times. CapMetro also has a program that gives half-price fare to seniors, riders with disabilities, and active and reserve duty military. Residents can learn more and apply for the program at www.capmetro.org/rd.

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Kramer Station (to be decommissioned)

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McKalla Station

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