TECO Line Streetcar carries almost 25k During Final Four Weekend!

The Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) is proud to announce that almost 25,000 trips were taken on the TECO Line Streetcar during the 2025 NCAA Women’s Final Four weekend. As fans from across the country descended on downtown Tampa for the championship festivities, the streetcar played a vital role in helping people move safely, quickly, and efficiently between key destinations.

Final Four Streetcar Ridership:

• Thursday, April 3, 2025: 3,666
• Friday, April 4, 2025: 5,472
• Saturday, April 5, 2025: 9,071
• Sunday, April 6, 2025: 6,484

HART extended service hours on Thursday and Sunday to meet increased demand, ensuring fans had reliable, late-night access to and from the festivities. Streetcars operated fare-free every 12–15 minutes across the 2.7-mile route connecting downtown Tampa, the Channel District, and historic Ybor City—with convenient access to Amalie Arena, the centerpiece of the Final Four action.

In addition to the Streetcar, Route 1 operated fare-free with service every 15–30 minutes, linking downtown with Tampa Heights and Armature Works. Route 1 is fare-free until January 2026 thanks to the City of Tampa.

“We were thrilled to help showcase Tampa as a vibrant, accessible city during one of the biggest weekends in college sports,” said HART CEO Scott Drainville. “The TECO Line Streetcar provided a smooth and scenic way for thousands of fans to experience all our downtown has to offer.”

Streetcar Service Extended for 2025 Women's Final Four

As excitement builds for the 2025 NCAA Women’s Final Four, the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) offers easy, stress-free ways to navigate downtown Tampa during the weekend’s events.

With thousands of fans expected, local officials encourage attendees to take advantage of fare-free transit options to avoid traffic and parking challenges. The TECO Line Streetcar will extend service hours on Thursday and Sunday until midnight for Final Four weekend. Additionally, Route 1 offers fare-free service every 15-30 minutes, providing a convenient connection from downtown to Armature Works and Tampa Heights.

Ride the Fare-Free TECO Line Streetcar

The TECO Line Streetcar provides a fare-free, 2.7-mile route connecting downtown Tampa, the Channel District, and historic Ybor City. Streetcars will operate every 12-15 minutes throughout the weekend, with service near Amalie Arena, the site of the Final Four.

Streetcar Hours During Women’s Final Four Weekend:

• Thursday, April 3: 7:00 A.M. - MIDNIGHT* Extended service
• Friday, April 4: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
• Saturday, April 5: 8:30 AM – 2:00 AM
• Sunday, April 6: 8:30 AM – MIDNIGHT* Extended service

HSBC Station (#9) will be closed intermittently due to fan events.

Riders can track the streetcar in real-time at www.TECOLineStreetcar.org.

HART Services

• Airport Service: Visitors traveling between Tampa International Airport and downtown Tampa can take advantage of HART routes 10, 30, and 32. Additionally, PSTA’s 300X connects downtown Tampa and the airport to Pinellas County.
• Fare: Visitors can pay their HART fare with the Flamingo Fares app, or via e-wallet (Apple Wallet, Google Wallet, etc.)
• One-Day Family Pass: Traveling with the family? HART offers a Family Pass on Flamingo Fares for $12.50, which includes unlimited 1-day rides for a Group of 5.
• Real-Time Trip Planning: Transit app provides real-time bus and streetcar arrival information, ensuring a seamless travel experience. Plan your HART trip

For more information on HART service, visit www.goHART.org, follow HART on Facebook and Twitter, or call (813) 254-4278.

HART service during Final Four

Take Transit to the Women's College Basketball Championship!

Transit service during Championship weekend

The most exciting time in college basketball is here! Tampa plays host to the Women's College Basketball Semi-Final and Championship at Amalie Arena. HART would like to offer a big welcome to all the athletes, students and fans that are in town to see a champion crowned! Tampa has a number of attractions and things to do while in town.

Use HART to get to the following Tampa attractions:

• Busch Gardens - Routes 5, 9, 39
• Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park - Routes 45
• Florida Aquarium - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar, Downtowner
• Sparkman Wharf (Dining, retail, Splitsville) - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar, Downtowner
• Ybor City Historic District (Centro Ybor) - Routes 5, 8, 9, 12, the TECO Line Streetcar
• International Plaza (Shopping) - 15, 30, 32
• Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) - Route 48
• Amalie Arena (Home of the Final Four) - Route 8, TECO Line Streetcar, Downtowner
• David A. Straz Jr. Center - 1, 7, 19, 30, 60LX, 360LX, Downtowner
• Tampa Convention Center - Route 19, 360LX, TECO Line Streetcar, Downtowner
• Tampa Museum of Art -  Routes 1, 7, 19, 30, 60LX, 360LX, Downtowner
• Tampa Theatre - Routes 1, 7, 8, 19, 30, 60LX, 360LX, Downtowner
• Glazer's Children Museum - Routes 1, 7, 19, 30, 60LX, 360LX, Downtowner
• University of South Florida - Routes 5, 6, 9, 33, 42, 48
• Westshore Plaza (Shopping) - Routes 15, 30, 45
• Raymond James Stadium - Routes 7, 32, 36, 45

HART service to/from Tampa International Airport

Five HART routes serve Tampa International Airport

Flying out? HART has five routes serving Tampa International Airport, seven days a week. Plan your trip on HART!

Visitor Pass

A 3-day Visitor Unlimited HARTride card is your best bet at only $11.75 and valid on all HART local buses and vans.

Real-time Service Information

OneBusAway Tampa provides real-time arrival for HART bus and TECO Line Streetcar service. The free app is available in Android/Apple stores, as well as, on mobile browsers and via text message and touch-tone phone.

The 2.7-mile streetcar serves Ybor, the Channel District and downtown

TECO Line Streetcar Service

The TECO Line Streetcar System is FREE to ride and operates on 2.7 miles of rails, connecting historic Ybor City, the Channel District (Sparkman Wharf, Florida Aquarium), and downtown Tampa.

Streetcar hours during NCAA Final Four:

Friday - 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Saturday - 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 a.m.
Sunday - 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Click here for a map of downtown Tampa's public transportation service.

Need additional assistance? Call 813-254-4278 or visit www.goHART.org for more information.

Have a great time taking in the MADNESS of the Tourney and enjoy all that Tampa has to offer while you're here!

Public Transportation During NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four

The most exciting time in college basketball is here! Tampa plays host to the NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four at Amalie Arena. HART would like to offer a big welcome to all the athletes, students and fans that are in town to see a champion crowned! Tampa has a number of attractions and things to do while in town.

Use HART to get to the following Tampa attractions and avoid the parking hassles:

• Busch Gardens - Routes 5, 18, 39
• Lowry Park Zoo - Routes 41, 45
• Florida Aquarium - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar
• Channelside Bay Plaza (Dining, retail, Splitsville) - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar
• Ybor City Historic District (Centro Ybor) - Routes 8, 5, 9, 12, 18, 46 the TECO Line Streetcar
• International Plaza (Shopping) - 15, 30, 61LX
• Lowry Park Zoo - Routes 41, 45
• Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) - Route 6, 21LX
• Amalie Arena - Route 8, In-Town Trolley, TECO Line Streetcar
• David A. Straz Jr. Center - 7, 10, 14, In-Town Trolley
• Tampa Convention Center - Route 4, 19, In-Town Trolley, TECO Line Streetcar
• Tampa Museum of Art - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Town Trolley
• Tampa Theatre - Route 4, 8, 19, 30, 46, In-Town Trolley
• Glazer's Children Museum - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Town Trolley
• University of South Florida - Routes 5, 6, 18, 21LX, MetroRapid
• Westshore Plaza (Shopping) - Routes 15, 30, 45, HARTFlex South Tampa
• Raymond James Stadium (Home of the Outback Bowl) - Routes 7, 32, 36, 41, 45

Flying out? HART also has improved service to Tampa International Airport by providing more frequency, seven days a week. Route 30 runs between downtown and the airport every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. until 8 p.m. on weekdays, and every 30 minutes on weekends.

A 3-day Visitor Unlimited HARTride card is your best bet at only $11.75 and valid on all HART local buses, In-Town Trolley and the TECO Line Streetcar System.

OneBusAway Tampa provides real-time arrival for HART bus service. The free app is available in Android/Apple stores, as well as, on mobile browsers and via text message and touch tone phone.

Things to know about the In-Town Trolley and TECO Line Streetcar System:

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  In-Town Trolley:  The In-Town Trolley is a rubber-wheel trolley that operates on a 15-minute frequency, serving popular locations in downtown Tampa and costs only 25¢! Service operates 6:30 - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; weekdays only.

• TECO Line Streetcar System: The streetcar line runs on rails that connects Ybor City, Channelside and Downtown Tampa.
  Streetcar hours during NCAA Women's Basketball Final Four:
  
  Sunday - Noon - 11:30 p.m. (or 30 minutes following the end of the 2nd Semifinal game).
  Monday/Tuesday -  9:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. (or 30 minutes following the end of the NCAA Women's Semifinal and Championship game
  Wednesday - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
  
  Streetcar Operators do not provide change. 

It's easy to plan your own trip! Visit www.goHART.org to use the Google Trip Planner feature or call 813-254-HART (4278).

Click here for a map of downtown Tampa's network of public transportation service, including streetcar stops, In-Town Trolley service and HART bus routes.

Have a great time taking in the madness of the NCAA Women's Basketball Tournament Final Four and enjoy all that Tampa has to offer while you're here!