As part of Project Connect, we introduced 2 new Rapid lines in February 2025 and they reached full frequency in June 2026: The Rapid 800 Pleasant Valley Line and Rapid 837 Expo Line. These new routes enhance transit connectivity to areas east of I-35, with buses arriving every 10 to 20 minutes.
Service runs from Berkman/Mueller to Goodnight Ranch Park & Ride. Rapid 800 connects customers to destinations such as:
Route 800 will eventually connect to the new Austin Light Rail and Green Line commuter rail.
Route 800 Pleasant Valley - connecting Mueller to Onion Creek/Slaughter Ln via Pleasant Valley Rd
Route 800Rapid Route 837 provides service from the Expo Center Park & Ride in northeast Austin to Republic Square. Rapid 837 connects customers to medical, university, residential and commercial areas. The route includes the following:
Route 837 will eventually connect to the new Austin Light Rail.
Route 837 Expo Center - connecting Loyola/Decker to UT Campus and downtown
Route 837
Our new Rapid lines 800 & 837 can take you to work, medical appointments, grocery stores, parks and more.
Shelter features include a lower roof to help maximize shade, perforated panels to protect waiting passengers from hot and cold weather effects, two security cameras, real-time bus details, a sustainably made bench and safety lighting.
October 2021
Groundbreaking on both the Expo and Pleasant Valley CapMetro Rapid Lines
November 2023
Shelter installation for all 80 Rapid stations begins