2026 Customer Experience Surveys

We looked at how CapMetro customers feel about the service, what matters most to them and how different groups experience various transit options.

Annually, we conduct our Customer Experience Survey on Fixed Route (Bus and Train) services. In 2026, we also surveyed Access and Pickup customers for overall satisfaction across various aspects. Below are some highlights from the Fixed Route Survey.

Where Customers Responded to the Survey


Total 100%
Local Bus and Flyer 33%
CapMetro Rapid 18%
CapMetro Rail 18%
UT Shuttle 18%
CapMetro Express 13%

Our survey was administered on multiple services. The total percentage of respondents are as follows: Local Bus and Flyer at 33%, CapMetro Rapid at 18%, CapMetro Rail at 18%, UT Shuttle at 18%, and CapMetro Express at 13%. 

Satisfaction Level with Total CapMetro Experience


We asked customers to rate their total CapMetro experience. 69% of respondents said they were either satisfied or very satisfied with their experience. 
Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
69% OVERALL
SATISFACTION

CapMetro Service

Our bus operators, train conductors and call center representatives carry the lion share of engagement with our customers, and we want to create a positive experience with each touchpoint.

Courteous service from bus operators and train conductors


72% of respondents were either satisfied or very satisfied in the level of courtesy from bus operators and 79% of respondents were either satisfied or very satisfied in the level of courtesy from train conductors.
Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
72%
Bus)
79%
Rail

Courtesy of Customer Care


69% of survey respondents were either satisfied or very satisfied in the level of courtesy and responsiveness from CapMetro’s call center. 
Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
69% OVERALL
SATISFACTION

Frequency and Reliability

The key to good transit service is when you can trust your bus or train to get you to your destination on time. This chart shows how we’re meeting your expectations.

The Bus/Train Operates When You Need It


Our survey was administered on multiple services. For this survey question, these are the responses by service: Local Bus and Flyer at 74%, Rapid at 73%, Rail at 62%, UT Shuttle at 68%, and Express at 70%.

Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
70%
Express
74%
Local/Flyer
62%
Rail
73%
Rapid
68%
UT Shuttle

Your Bus/Train Runs on Time


Our survey was administered on multiple services. For this survey question, these are the responses by service: Express at 53%, Local Bus and Flyer at 49%, Rail at 84%, and Rapid at 59%, .

Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
53%
Express
49%
Local/Flyer
84%
Rail
59%
Rapid
50%
UT Shuttle

Rules and Fares Enforcement

We believe that everyone deserves to have a safe and enjoyable experience while riding or while waiting for your ride at bus stop or train station. How do we measure up to that standard?

Your Satisfaction with Enforcement of Rules and Fares


66% of surveyed respondents were either satisfied or very satisfied with how well we’re enforcing fares and riding rules.
Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
66% OVERALL
SATISFACTION

CapMetro Phone Apps

Mobile phones are increasingly useful to the transit experience—helping you plan trips, purchase your fare, track bus locations and scan your pass once onboard. In 2026 we asked about the Transit App for trip planning and the Umo App for fare payment.

Your Satisfaction With the CapMetro Apps


69% of survey respondents were either satisfied or very satisfied with their experiences of the Transit App for Trip Planning. 74% were satisfied with the ease of UMO account setup. 72% were satisfied with the ease of Connecting to UMO from Transit App.
Satisfied
Neutral
Unsatisfied
69%
Transit app (for Trip Planning)
74%
UMO Account Setup
72%
Connecting to UMO from Transit App
bus rider using phone

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