Getting Around Austin
In Austin, getting to and from the airport - and all around town - is easy.
Austin Airport: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS), voted "Best Domestic Airport Worldwide," is located just 7.5 miles or a quick 15 minute drive from the Austin Convention Center and downtown. The airport services 75+ nonstop domestic and international destinations (including Amsterdam, London, Frankfurt, Calgary, Toronto and Panama City, Panama), with roughly 300 daily flights. AUS is committed to reducing its carbon footprint and was recognized as the first medium-sized airport in North America to achieve carbon neutrality - maintaining Austin as one of the most livable and visitable cities in the country.
Easy to get to and easy to get through, passengers enjoy exceptional customer service Austin-style, with art exhibits, local food (from brisket and breakfast tacos to Shiner Bock beer) and live music performances at five unique stages in the airport.
Easy to get to and easy to get through, passengers enjoy exceptional customer service Austin-style, with art exhibits, local food (from brisket and breakfast tacos to Shiner Bock beer) and live music performances at five unique stages in the airport.
Austin Train: Austin Amtrak
Amtrak Rail offers the Texas Eagle, traveling daily between Chicago and San Antonio, with stops in Austin and Dallas and other major cities. The Austin Amtrak station is conveniently located on the western edge of Downtown Austin, in a historic 1947 Missouri Pacific Railroad depot, with easy access to Austin's attractions and activities
Austin Public Transportation: Capital Metro
Capital Metro
Austin's public Capital Metro Bus System serves a population of more than 1 million in its 535-square mile service area. With a system of more than 1,600 bus stops and 82 routes, Central Texas is served by local, MetroRapid limited-stop, MetroFlyer, MetroExpress and University of Texas Shuttle routes. Visit www.capmetro.org for more information to purchase affordable passes and plan your trip.
Capital MetroRail
Connecting Austin on a 32-mile line that stretches all the way from the city of Leander to Downtown Austin next to the Convention Center, MetroRail serves nine stations in between. The train operates six days a week, visit www.capmetro.org for more information and to purchase affordable passes and plan your trip.
Austin's public Capital Metro Bus System serves a population of more than 1 million in its 535-square mile service area. With a system of more than 1,600 bus stops and 82 routes, Central Texas is served by local, MetroRapid limited-stop, MetroFlyer, MetroExpress and University of Texas Shuttle routes. Visit www.capmetro.org for more information to purchase affordable passes and plan your trip.
Capital MetroRail
Connecting Austin on a 32-mile line that stretches all the way from the city of Leander to Downtown Austin next to the Convention Center, MetroRail serves nine stations in between. The train operates six days a week, visit www.capmetro.org for more information and to purchase affordable passes and plan your trip.
Austin Taxis, Rentals, and Ride Shares
Rental Cars
Several rental car agencies are represented at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, including but not limited to Advantage, Alamo, National, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and Thrifty. Agency counters are located outside of the baggage claim on the terminal ground floor.
Taxis
In the city, taxis can be scheduled for pickup throughout the city or found at hotel taxi stands. Taxis are also readily available outside the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport's baggage claim area on the ground floor. Visitors should expect to pay about $30 in taxi fare from the airport to downtown Austin.
Pedicabs
Austin is home to several pedicab companies. These bike chauffeurs can be seen cycling all over downtown, transporting visitors and locals alike to their next destinations. Rates vary, most drivers work for tips only.
Bike & Scooter Rentals
On-the-go bike rentals from MetroBike Austin are available to use at more than 40 stations located throughout the city. Also available are a number bike shops that offer hourly and daily rentals. Dockless bikes and scooters are available around town from multiple companies.
Ridehailing
Austin is tapped into the latest tech-based transit. Get on-demand rides from ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft any time of day.
Several rental car agencies are represented at the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport, including but not limited to Advantage, Alamo, National, Avis, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Hertz, and Thrifty. Agency counters are located outside of the baggage claim on the terminal ground floor.
Taxis
In the city, taxis can be scheduled for pickup throughout the city or found at hotel taxi stands. Taxis are also readily available outside the Austin-Bergstrom International Airport's baggage claim area on the ground floor. Visitors should expect to pay about $30 in taxi fare from the airport to downtown Austin.
Pedicabs
Austin is home to several pedicab companies. These bike chauffeurs can be seen cycling all over downtown, transporting visitors and locals alike to their next destinations. Rates vary, most drivers work for tips only.
Bike & Scooter Rentals
On-the-go bike rentals from MetroBike Austin are available to use at more than 40 stations located throughout the city. Also available are a number bike shops that offer hourly and daily rentals. Dockless bikes and scooters are available around town from multiple companies.
Ridehailing
Austin is tapped into the latest tech-based transit. Get on-demand rides from ride-hailing companies like Uber and Lyft any time of day.
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