Today marked the first day of the new MetroRapid service!
Vehicles started rolling out into service early this morning and we have over 200 employee volunteers at stations and onboard this week helping you navigate the new service.
MetroRapid’s new amenities:
- Frequent service
- Fewer stops
- New vehicles
- Wi-Fi
- Mobile app
- Traffic priority lanes
- Unique stations
- 3-position bike rack
- Traffic signal priority technology
As you prepare for tomorrow’s workday/school day commute, make sure you’re up-to-date on all the recent changes, effective today at Capital Metro:
– New MetroRapid service, Route 801
Check out some of today’s MetroRapid Day #1 action!
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And don’t forget that half of the locals have been cut to force people to use this more expensive service which is no faster than the 101 was. If you don’t get on or off near a MR stop today, I recommend contemplating this post while enjoying your extra-long walk.
How is 801 not cataloged as Express in online trip planner? Still getting suggestions to take 801 even after excluded Express routes
Route 801 is not considered Express Service, but rather Premium Service. -Melissa
The agency is ‘defensive’ about 801—because it is not bringing in the expected ridership. When you can get WI-fi at McDonalds without paying extra and at the Library for free–this is not ‘unique’ of Capital Metro. It’s a very stupid and dangerous move which will only drive off the people who don’t HAVE to use public transit for mobility.
Our current handing of BRT shows that the board etc are not aware of area transit needs—and have no idea how to connect with the riders who are functionally/legally dependent on public transit for mobility.