Riding Trinity METRO TEXRail, DFW Airport Terminal B to Downtown Fort Worth, 4K Train Ride

[@KingAsa5]

Stadler Flirt is one of my favorites. I'm upset that the silver line won't open up 2023 like originally planned

[@HOUExplorer]

Me too! Stadler FLIRT is one my favorites. But hey, as long the construction continues on the DART Silver Line. I know that DART will deliver. Other transit agencies propose lines and later, they cancel (or downgrade to a cheaper/mediocre solutions).

[@somethingrandom987]

It was a combination of the pandemic and political issues within the Dallas City Limits in Far North Dallas that delayed the project.

[@yeauxmagz]

Definitely going to use the rail on my trip to Fort Worth next month. Thanks for this!

[@johnhollis2253]

DFW is the only forward thinking metro in Texas that puts a priority on public transportation.

[@RR64434]

I live in DFW and I don’t think either city or the metro area has the word “priority” in the same sentence with Public Transportation.

[@portcybertryx222]

@@RR64434but certainly better than Houston and Austin imo. And now they even got some starter funding for a high speed connection between Dallas and Fort Worth

[@ronclark9724]

@@portcybertryx222 It is for a study. I doubt whether HSR is feasible in the DFW metroplex with the NIMBYs. There is nothing wrong with the Trinity Railway Express as is, and HSR won't be any quicker through the urban area... What is needed much more is a multiple daily HSR service from Dallas to Houston, if not a slow daily service...

[@metro_via_transit]

Imma use this train mode around girls 😏

[@HOUExplorer]

And also, throw a party on that train.

[@arty7926]

As a Swiss it makes me happy to see that you guys in the US are using Stadler trains :D

[@Mahoot]

Great video, I love how you give interesting information throughout the video

[@jaidenbikerbear]

You make amazing, informative content. Thank you!

[@HOUExplorer]

No problem and thank you for your comments.

[@MxtroJ22]

Thank you for sharing. Btw, one thing I’d like to mention. I would like to point out that these Stadler FLIRT’s are only found on the TEXRail and not on the TRE. So, if you live in Dallas, and would like to experience these, make sure to head to DFW airport and catch them at terminal A. :D

[@kavecrock1112]

You rail line map is facing the wrong direction. Downtown Fort Worth should be on the left side of the screen.

[@jg-7780]

Are there any plans for infill stations between Grapevine and NRH/Smithfield?Looking on google maps it seems like an awfully long gap. Also, looking on google maps it seems many of the intermediate stops have poor connecting bus service and crappy pedestrian access. Is there hope that this could be improved so that this line realizes its potential?

[@HOUExplorer]

I hope so that Trinity Metro will add an infill station and improve most of the station access. I know for sure they are planning to expand the line to medical district near downtown. Who knows after the completion of DART Silver Line, Trinity Metro may improve TEXRail service.

[@beckiverson1531]

what's the rattling/grinding sound?

[@AlexanderOnFire]

It‘s kinda strange how this trains use the european mandatory door alarm sounds.

[@realAlexChoi]

Probably a cost saving measure, makes more sense to use what they already have than to redo it all for one market

[@garys3010]

Whats sad is that the train is empty

[@TheTransitChannel]

Great Video Man!!! Those trains were made from Europe and it was delivered to USA right or it was made in USA?

[@HOUExplorer]

Thanks man! Good question, I believe those trains were assemble at a Stadler Plant in Salt Lake City, Utah. www.stadlerrail.com/en/about-us/locations/stadler_us_inc/26/

[@jerrydavis3548]

How about the D2 subway when will open in Downtown Dallas anyone know let me know now

[@KingAsa5]

Construction starts late this year/early next year, and Wont be completed til 2026

[@tswagg504]

They scrapped it for now…It was a pre-pandemic idea from a time when there was more commuters heading downtown

[@cylonred8902]

Whihc is faster to down town - TexRail or DART. We have a 9 hour layover in DFW this weekend and never been to Dallas downtown. Quickest and easiest is good for me.

[@HOUExplorer]

DART is much faster. In average, DART Orange Line departs DFW Airport Terminal A every 20 minutes...travel time between DFW to Downtown is around 45 minutes (one way).

[@RR64434]

TexRail does not go to downtown Dallas. It only goes to downtown Fort Worth.

[@randomthings9233]

Awesome video you did a great job! I enjoyed watching

[@bradbest4418]

10:05 If only trains on this side of the ocean went as fast as you sped up video.....we'd be in great shape.... Bullet trains in Asia are incredible.... you could get places in no time

[@wblars]

Hello from switzerland😀. Stadler trains best trains around the world

[@HOUExplorer]

Indeed. Stadler trains are the best and I’m glad it is expanding here in the US. I’ve ridden myself in Switzerland and the ride was smooth.

[@judah1064]

How fast does this train go? I’m assuming 100mph. - Train Enthusiast Juan

[@HOUExplorer]

I would say up to 80 mph.

[@hededcdn]

I've run waze and have seen 68 mph.

[@cliffwoodbury5319]

how long is the train journey from fort worth to okc

[@HOUExplorer]

I believe it is around 4 hours.