DART RAIL SYSTEM
Riding the rail is easy, but these tips might help
SIX EASY STEPS TO RIDING A DART TRAIN
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These six easy steps explain everything you need to know about navigating the DART Rail System. |
DART's Red Line runs along North Central Expressway from Parker Road in Plano traveling south to downtown Dallas, then to Westmoreland in West Oak Cliff. The Blue Line travels south from Downtown Garland in Garland to downtown Dallas, then to Ledbetter in South Oak Cliff. The Green Line currently provides service between Victory and MLK, Jr. The remainder of the Green Line northwest to North Carrollton/Frankford and southeast to Buckner is projected to open in December 2010. All three lines serve Pearl, St. Paul, Akard and West End stations in downtown Dallas. Hours of operation are approximately 5 a.m. to midnight. Explore DART's Red Line Explore DART's Blue Line Explore DART's Green Line |
1. Go to your train station.
The DART Rail system features 39 stations, located in downtown Dallas, South Dallas, South Oak Cliff, West Oak Cliff, the North Central Expressway Corridor in North Dallas, Richardson and Plano, and the Northeast Corridor to Garland. Use the online DART Trip Planner or call 214-979-1111 for help.
2. Buy your ticket.
Ticket Vending Machines (TVMs) are located on the platforms at all rail stations. A single-ride ticket is $1.75 and a Local Day Pass is $4.00. Single-ride tickets and Day Passes purchased from TVMs are already time/date stamped and ready to use. Single-ride tickets are valid for 90 minutes from the time of purchase and Day Passes are valid only on the date of purchase through 3 a.m. the following day. View more information about DART fares.
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If you have a Day Pass Voucher, before boarding the train, date/time stamp your voucher at the validator machine located on the platform. Day Pass Vouchers are valid for the date they are validated through 3 a.m. the following day. Note: At Downtown Garland, Forest/Jupiter, LBJ/Skillman, White Rock, Ledbetter, Parker Road, Downtown Plano, Bush Turnpike, Galatyn Park, Arapaho Center, Spring Valley, LBJ/Central, Forest Lane, Walnut Hill, Park Lane, Westmoreland, Cityplace, Pearl, St. Paul, Akard, West End, Union, Victory, Deep Ellum, Baylor University Medical Center, Fair Park and MLK, Jr. stations, the validator is part of the TVM.
3. Go to the train platform.
Locate the platform for trains traveling in the direction you want to go by using the color-coded (red, blue or green) destination signs on the platform. Signs list the final destination of trains, and trains stop at each station on the line. Northbound train signs read Downtown Garland, LBJ/Skillman, Pearl, 8th & Corinth, Walnut Hill, Park Lane, Parker Road or Victory. Southbound train signs read Ledbetter, Cedars, Westmoreland or MLK.
4. Board the train.
Check the destination sign on the train. If the doors do not open automatically, push the button on the side of the train. You may sit anywhere you like. Generally, areas near the front door are reserved for elderly and mobility-impaired passengers. You may carry on baby strollers, carts and other small items; just be sure they don't block the aisle.
If you need to access the train by wheelchair, use the ramp at the front of the station and wait for the train. The rail operator will assist you. When boarding in a wheelchair, please inform your rail operator your destination and he'll also help you disembark. Guide dogs and other service animals are permitted on DART vehicles. Please see Accessibility Information for more details or call 214-979-1111.
Please see Bicycle Commuter Information for details on how to travel with your bicycle.
5. Hold on to your ticket.
Fare Inspectors may inspect your ticket as proof of payment.
6. Get off at your stop.
DART Rail system maps are on board each train for your convenience. Operators will announce stops. Push the exit button on the handrail beside the door and step off the train.
