Summertime means family fun time! The exciting news for DFW families is that Trinity Metro offers affordable transportations for traveling to popular destinations. From day trips on trains to local bus rides, you have great options!
TEXRail commuter rail line
Many travelers ride TEXRail to DFW Airport to save time and money. The comfortable and sleek train arrives on schedule more than 98% of the time—and you can’t beat the price! Adult tickets are only $2.50 each way or $5 for unlimited rides all day. Youth ages 5–19, seniors 65 and older, and veterans pay half that price—a mere $1.25 one way or $2.50 for the whole day. Children 4 and younger ride for free. Keep in mind that an all-day ticket also includes bus rides and the popular ZIPZONE on-demand rideshare service.
TEXRail is perfect for children, parents and grandparents to take memorable day trips while relaxing and looking out the window. The train makes stops in Fort Worth, North Richland Hills and Grapevine, so it’s easy to travel around the Metroplex and take in the local entertainment.
Bus routes
Trinity Metro’s buses are perfect for family outings. Here are some Tarrant County favorites and the routes that will get you there with ease.
Fort Worth Stockyards
Step back in time and soak in Fort Worth’s western heritage with museums, a twice-daily cattle drive and Billy Bob’s Texas. Bus routes 12, 15, 45 and 91 provide multiple ways to visit.
Fort Worth Zoo
Always a family favorite, this zoo brings out the kid in everyone. Ride bus route 53 or Southside ZIPZONE to visit hundreds of species in beautiful settings.
Fort Worth Museum of Science and History
If your kids enjoy dinosaurs, head to the museum on bus route 2 or The Dash. You can even catch a show at the museum’s Omni Theater for added fun.
Fort Worth Botanic Garden
Looking for your family photo op? Look no further than the beautiful gardens and landscapes that include rose-filled backdrops and the popular Japanese gardens. Ride bus route 53 or Southside ZIPZONE.
Fort Worth Water Gardens
Your kids will love visiting one of Fort Worth’s most popular urban attractions. The gardens showcase multiple water features and creative architecture. Ride bus route 5 or Molly the Trolley.
Sundance Square
The pedestrian-friendly venue is perfect for walking around, shopping, dining or just enjoying the outdoors. Your transit options include bus routes 15, 46, Molly the Trolley and The Dash.
Day trip to Fort Worth or Dallas
Another entertaining day trip is riding the Trinity Railway Express (TRE), a double-decker train that delights children and adults alike. Fort Worth and Dallas both feature many entertainment options. Fort Worth’s downtown is home to the inviting Sundance Square, which has water fountains that kids can run through to take a break from the heat. It’s the perfect venue for dining, grabbing a coffee or shopping. In Dallas, you can explore the Arts District, Reunion Tower or The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza.
Whatever your summer plans are, leave the driving to us. You’ll be even more relaxed while you create new family traditions.
Sponsored content by Trinity Metro.
This sponsored content article was originally published in June 2023.
