With the city buzzing from the energy of South by Southwest (SXSW) and the feverish anticipation for an Austin FC match, CapMetro is bracing for a stampede of passengers this Saturday. Both events are set to draw considerable crowds, and Austin's public transportation service is gearing up for a hectic schedule to ferry event-goers through the urban sprawl.
Rail services are expected to hit their limit, especially between the hours of 5 p.m. and 11 p.m., according to CBS Austin. CapMetro has advised riders to plan and leave early to avoid potential delays — a precaution for those who are not keen on missing any aspect of their planned entertainment or sporting excitement.
Moreover, CapMetro suggests that while vehicles are likely to be packed to the brim, “Be patient & kind to others,” a necessary mantra for a day when personal space will become a premium commodity. The sentiment also indicates that in addition to trains, their bus service will be available to help manage the crowd heading downtown for SXSW and those en route to the Q2 Stadium, as per CapMetro.
For those looking to navigate the potentially overwhelming transit situation, CapMetro has resources ready. Event-goers can find more information on transport options for SXSW at their dedicated website. The same goes for those aiming to cheer on Austin FC, with specific transport details available on the Q2 Stadium page. And, if all else fails or confusion sets in, CapMetro’s GO line will be operating until 10:30 p.m. to assist callers at 512-474-1200.
