Service for SXSW 2023: March 10-19

One of the largest events held in Austin. And CapMetro can get you there.

Whether you’re discovering new films, enjoying live music or attending the tech events, there’s something for everyone at the South by Southwest Interactive Festival. Skip the car rental and parking headaches by riding public transit around downtown. 

Our routes also take you to the free, family-friendly community concerts at Lady Bird Lake from March 16-18. And Kids ride FREE!

Use the CapMetro App to purchase passes and Trip Planner to get step-by-step directions.

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The Best Way to the Festival

Rail service hours are extended from Friday, March 10 to Saturday, March 18. We are also running a special Sunday service on March 12.

View Special Rail Schedule

Rapid routes 801 and 803 are high-frequency routes that run until 12:30 a.m. from Monday to Friday, 12:00 a.m. Saturday and 11:30 p.m. Sundays. The following Bus routes can can also take you around downtown and East Austin:

• Route 1
• Route 2
• Route 3
• Route 4
• Route 7
• Route 10
• Route 20
• Route 30

Night Owl buses will operate from midnight to 3 a.m., with more buses in service. You can board the bus at 6th and Congress. A single ride on the Night Owl costs $1.25.

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Getting There by Bike

You can rent a bike at any of our 75 bikeshare stations to get around downtown. Our staff is hosting a few MetroBike valet stations at the following downtown locations, guaranteeing you a bike and a place to dock when you get to the festival:

Check the BCycle BCycle app to create an account and see where you can dock or grab bikes.

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Airport Service

Get to and from the airport on Bus 20 Manor Road/Riverside. Conveniently running every 15 minutes. Look for the neon guitar bus stop on the lower level.