Getting Around Dallas
Getting Around Dallas
Dallas is a well-connected city with multiple transportation options for both visitors and locals. Whether you're flying in, arriving by train, or navigating the city streets, here's everything you need to know.
Dallas Airport information
Dallas is easily accessible by air, with two major airports offering daily direct flights from over 170 destinations. Most U.S. cities are just a 3.5-hour flight away.
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located 20 miles from downtown Dallas
One of the busiest airports in the U.S.
Offers international and domestic flights
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Located just 7 miles from downtown
Ideal for domestic travel Home base for Southwest Airlines
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Located 20 miles from downtown Dallas
One of the busiest airports in the U.S.
Offers international and domestic flights
Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL)
Located just 7 miles from downtown
Ideal for domestic travel Home base for Southwest Airlines
Dallas Train information
Dallas offers train travelers a convenient gateway at Union Station. Situated downtown, it connects you to major cities across Texas and beyond. If you prefer a relaxed and scenic journey, this is the perfect way to travel.
Union Station – Amtrak
Serves the Texas Eagle Route
Daily service between Chicago and San Antonio
Connection to Los Angeles (3 times a week via Sunset Limited route)
Union Station – Amtrak
Serves the Texas Eagle Route
Daily service between Chicago and San Antonio
Connection to Los Angeles (3 times a week via Sunset Limited route)
Dallas Ground information
Dallas offers a variety of ground transportation options to help you move around the city with ease.
DART Light Rail (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)
Connects key districts, convention centers, airports, and attractions
Over 90 miles of track – the longest light rail system in the U.S.
Hours: Daily, 4:00 am – 12:00 am
Fares: $2.50 (2-hour pass), $5 (day pass)
Trinity Rail Express (TRE)
Connects Dallas and Fort Worth
Offers free Wi-Fi
Hours: Mon–Sat, 4:00 am – 12:00 am
Fares: $5–$10 (day pass)
McKinney Avenue Trolley (M-Line)
Loops through Uptown, Downtown & Arts District
Free to ride
Hours: Mon–Thu: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri: 7:00 am – 12:00 am
Sat: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
Sun & holidays: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Dallas Streetcar
Connects Oak Cliff to Union Station and the Convention Center
1.6 miles of dedicated streetcar track
Hours: Mon–Fri, 9:30 am – 12:00 am (runs every 30 mins)
D-Link by DART (Free Downtown Bus)
Connects top areas: Uptown, Victory Park, Bishop Arts District & more
Hours: Mon–Sat, 11:00 am – 11:30 pm (buses every 15 minutes)
Taxis & Ride-Sharing in Dallas
Ride-share services: Uber, Lyft, and Wingz are all available
Taxis: Readily available outside major hotels and attractions
DART Bus: Another affordable way to get around the city
DART Light Rail (Dallas Area Rapid Transit)
Connects key districts, convention centers, airports, and attractions
Over 90 miles of track – the longest light rail system in the U.S.
Hours: Daily, 4:00 am – 12:00 am
Fares: $2.50 (2-hour pass), $5 (day pass)
Trinity Rail Express (TRE)
Connects Dallas and Fort Worth
Offers free Wi-Fi
Hours: Mon–Sat, 4:00 am – 12:00 am
Fares: $5–$10 (day pass)
McKinney Avenue Trolley (M-Line)
Loops through Uptown, Downtown & Arts District
Free to ride
Hours: Mon–Thu: 7:00 am – 10:00 pm
Fri: 7:00 am – 12:00 am
Sat: 10:00 am – 12:00 am
Sun & holidays: 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
Dallas Streetcar
Connects Oak Cliff to Union Station and the Convention Center
1.6 miles of dedicated streetcar track
Hours: Mon–Fri, 9:30 am – 12:00 am (runs every 30 mins)
D-Link by DART (Free Downtown Bus)
Connects top areas: Uptown, Victory Park, Bishop Arts District & more
Hours: Mon–Sat, 11:00 am – 11:30 pm (buses every 15 minutes)
Taxis & Ride-Sharing in Dallas
Ride-share services: Uber, Lyft, and Wingz are all available
Taxis: Readily available outside major hotels and attractions
DART Bus: Another affordable way to get around the city
