Tired of I-35 traffic? Travis County is funding a study to see if a passenger train between Austin and San Antonio is a viable solution. This could be a game-changer for commuters and the region's future.
At a glance
Rising — being discussed more frequently. 1 mention in the last 30 days.
This study is the first step, but if the train becomes a reality, it could mean big bucks for construction and ongoing operations, plus potential fare revenue.
Commuters sick of traffic jams, businesses that could see more customers, and anyone who wants a more sustainable way to travel between the two cities.
No groups negatively affected
The failure of a locomotive power unit and slack between train cars caused a Union Pacific freight train derailment on April 23 in downtown Austin, according to a Federal Railroad Administration incident report.
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Between the I-35 expansion, MoPac construction, and the general growing pains of the metroplex beyond its transportation infrastructure’s capacity, Travis County Judge Andy Brown has long advocated for the need for commuter rail between Austin and Sa...