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Showing posts with label tampa transportation. Show all posts

Monday, March 16, 2026

TECO Line Streetcar Extends Service for 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness in Tampa


As excitement builds for the 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness in Tampa, HART is offering easy, stress-free ways to navigate downtown during the weekend’s events.

With thousands of fans expected, local officials encourage attendees to take advantage of alternative transportation options to avoid traffic and parking challenges. This weekend, the TECO Line Streetcar will extend service hours on Sunday until midnight.

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 15 minutes throughout the weekend, with service near Benchmark International Arena, the site of the First and Second Rounds of the 2026 NCAA Men's March Madness Tournament.

Streetcar Hours During Men's March Madness First & Second Rounds:

  • Thursday, March 19: 7:00 A.M. - 11 P.M.
  • Friday, March 20: 7:00 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Saturday, March 21: 8:30 AM – 2:00 AM
  • Sunday, March 22: 8:30 AM – MIDNIGHT* Extended service
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, the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA)’s 300X connects downtown Tampa and the airport to Pinellas County.
  • Fare: Visitors can pay their HART fare ($4 daily max rate) 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.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Set Sail to Gasparilla 2026 with TECO Line Streetcar and HART!

Pirates waiting for an approaching streetcar in ybor

Arrgh, you ready?! Have your sights set on Gasparilla? Travel safely to the festivities... set sail with HART and the TECO Line Streetcar!

HART will operate additional streetcar and bus services to accommodate the large numbers of anticipated riders on January 31st for Gasparilla!

HART is by far the most convenient and affordable way to travel to the Gasparilla parade.

Below are important details to make the trip to the Gasparilla parade easier:

Getting TO Downtown - BEFORE 3 PM

  • Free Streetcar: Take the FREE Streetcar from Ybor (Station #2) to Downtown (Station #10) starting at 8:30 AM.
  • FREE Bus Shuttle: Take the FREE HART shuttle from Ybor (Stations #3 or #4) or Channelside (Station #7) to Downtown (Station #10) starting at 9:30 AM

Getting FROM Downtown - AFTER 3 PM

  • FREE Streetcar: Streetcar service from Downtown (Station #10) to Ybor City and Channelside (Stations #2–#9) will operate until 2 a.m.
  • FREE Bus Shuttle: HART shuttle from Downtown (Station #10) to Ybor (Stations #3 or #4) or Channelside (Station #7) until 7 PM.


Streetcar Station Closures & HART Bus Gasparilla Detours

Streetcar in Centro Ybor Station
TECO Line Streetcar System Station Closures
  • Streetcar Stations #1 and #11 (Hattricks Station) will be CLOSED all day.
  • Streetcar Stations #3 – #9 will be CLOSED until 3 PM.
HART Bus Service Detours
  • Routes 1, 5, 7, 8, 9, 10, 19, 30, 360LX, and 400 will be on detour during Gasparilla, with limited service in Downtown Tampa and Hyde Park

Getting to Downtown Tampa on HART
 
Please note: No direct service to festivities from the Marion Transit Center
  • Traveling from outside Ybor City and Downtown? HART’s $4 daily fare may be purchased in advance by using the Flamingo Fares app or card, or onboard via contactless debit or credit cards, Apple Pay, Google Pay, or cash (exact change for one-way ride).
  • Getting to Downtown Tampa on HART

    • From University Area: Routes 1*, 5*, 6, 9*, 12, 275LX, 400*
    • From Temple Terrace: Route 6
    • From New Tampa/Wiregrass: Route 275LX
    • From Brandon: Routes 8*, 360LX*
    • From West Tampa: Route 7*,10*
    • From South Tampa: Routes 19*, 360LX*
    • From Tampa International: Routes 10*, 30


Please note: Routes are subject to change due to road closures.

Ride with Respect!
Ride with Respect

Make sure to party like a responsible pirate and Ride with Respect! No coolers or alcohol are allowed on HART buses and the TECO Line Streetcar System.

Have a fun and safe Gasparilla!









Wednesday, May 10, 2023

HART to Implement Service Changes on Sunday, May 14, 2023


HART is implementing service changes to several HART routes on Sunday, May 14, 2023, to improve the customer experience.

The biggest change in service will be the introduction of HARTFlex to three new areas - Port Tampa (replacing Route 17), East Fletcher (replacing the Hidden River portion of Route 33), and Brandon (replacing the Route 46). Initially, the services will operate like a normal fixed-route service, but in the near future (most likely the end of summer), HARTFlex customers will be able to book via an app (like Uber/Lyft) on-demand HART stop to stop trips. The ultimate goal will be to provide the ability for point-to-point trips within the zone!


New HARTFlex Service


Minor Route and Schedule Changes

  • Route 7
  • Route 32
  • Route 45
  • Route 360LX
  • HARTFlex South County

Service with Only Schedule Changes

  • Route 1
  • Route 5 (improved frequency)
  • Route 6
  • Route 10
  • Route 12
  • Route 16
  • Route 19 (improved frequency)
  • Route 32 (improved frequency)
  • Route 33
  • Route 34
  • Route 36
  • Route 39
  • Route 42
  • Route 45
  • Route 400 (MetroRapid)

HART customers can visit goHART.org to view the service changes or contact Customer Service at (813) 254-4278 for more information.

Thursday, June 30, 2022

TECO Line Streetcar Service Hours Extended for Boom by the Bay


HART is extending TECO Line Streetcar service hours until MIDNIGHT for Boom by the Bay attendees and the general public.

Boom by the Bay officials encourage residents to utilize FREE streetcar service or FREE rubber-wheeled shuttle service to the fireworks celebration to avoid the cost of parking and the stress of congestion.

The TECO Line Streetcar is free and operates every 15 minutes between historic Ybor City and Downtown Tampa. 

The free Boom by the Bay Shuttle will operate from 7 PM - 11 PM. Attendees can catch the Shuttle from the East Platform at the Marion Transit Center.

HART bus and van service will operate on a Sunday schedule on Monday in observance of Independence Day. Route 19 will be on detour from 4 PM - Midnight on Monday for Boom by the Bay. Routes operating in Downtown Tampa may see delays due to event traffic.

Have a safe and fun Fourth of July!




Tuesday, March 22, 2022

Your Ride to Tampa Pride: Hop on the FREE TECO Line Streetcar!

HART and local officials encourage those attending the Tampa Pride Diversity Parade on Saturday, March 26, 2022, to utilize FREE TECO Line Streetcar service for the festivities!

The TECO Line Streetcar is your best bet to Tampa Pride with over 80,000 attendees expected in historic Ybor City for the 7th Annual Tampa Pride Diversity Parade.

Tampa Pride attendees are encouraged to park in the Port Tampa Bay parking garage and pick up free streetcar service from Cumberland Avenue Station (#7) or Amalie Arena Station (#8) to Ybor City.


HART Bus and Streetcar Service for Tampa Pride

The TECO Line Streetcar will operate every 15 minutes with Saturday service until 2 AM. Streetcar service will cease north of 7th Avenue on Saturday from 3 PM - 8 PM.

The TECO Line Streetcar will serve a temporary station just south of the 7th Avenue parade route in front of the Streetcar barn / HART Administrative Office. Stations #1-4 will not be served during that time.

For those interested in HART bus service, routes 5, 8, 9, and 12 serve Ybor City. Customers can use the HART Trip Planner to map their Ride to Pride!

A HART 1-day pass is just $4. Customers can pay onboard with exact change or download the Flamingo Fares app to pay via smartphone.

Visit www.TECOLineStreetcar.org for a live streetcar map, schedules, and more information on the TECO Line Streetcar or www.goHART.org for HART bus service.

HART is Your Ride to Tampa Pride!

Tuesday, February 2, 2021

HART and TECO Line Streetcar Service During Super Bowl LV Week!


HART and the TECO Line Streetcar System welcome Tampa Bay Buccaneers 😎 and Kansas City Chiefs fans for Super Bowl LV!

HART operates the TECO Line Streetcar System, a FREE 2.7-mile streetcar line serving the dining and entertainment destinations in historic Ybor City, the Channel District (including Sparkman Wharf) and Downtown Tampa.

Streetcar service hours are being extended to accommodate Super Bowl LV visitors.

TECO Line Streetcar Super Bowl LV Service Hours:
  • Monday - Wednesday: 7 am - 11 pm
  • Thursday: 7 am - 1 am
  • Friday: 7 am - 2 am
  • Saturday : 8:30 am - 2 am
  • Sunday: 8:30 am - 1 am
Streetcar customers can track their streetcar in real-time at TECOLineStreetcar.org.

HART Bus Service

HART provides public transportation for Hillsborough County (Tampa). Need to get around? Visit www.goHART.org to view maps and schedules, plan your trip, and more. Download the OneBusAway Tampa app for real-time HART travel information.

Super Bowl Experience 

Looking for transportation options for Julian B. Lane Park to enjoy Super Bowl Experience presented by Lowe's? Here are a couple of options: HART Route 7 and HART Route 10. Please note - Route 7 will be on detour (see maps) due to Super Bowl road closures. 

The TECO Line Streetcar is also Stop #1 of the Super Bowl Shuttle. Both services are FREE and operate every 15 minutes.

Following local and federal mandates, face masks are required on the Streetcar and on HART service.

Whether or not you are attending the Big Game, Downtown Tampa, Ybor, and beyond, it will be BUSY this weekend with a mix of visitors and residents enjoying the festivities. Officials stress downtown parking will be limited and heavy traffic is expected. 

Fans are encouraged to take transit for ease of travel and reducing traffic congestion.

RIDER TIPS:

The TECO Line Streetcar is FREE. HART is only $4.00 for a 1-day unlimited ride pass.

HART users can download the Flamingo Fares app. Pay your fare via the Flamingo Fares app and never worry about exact change! The app is available for Android and iOS.

See something. Say something.

Whether on the HART system, at Curtis Hixon Park, Julian B. Lane Riverfront Park, or elsewhere in the vicinity, be aware of your surroundings and the people around you. If you see something suspicious, say something. Either alert a police or security officer nearby, call 9-1-1 or tell a HART employee.

Ride with Respect

Please be mindful of fellow riders and your HART Operator and Streetcar Motorman and Ride with Respect. Act appropriately on all HART vehicles and property.

Enjoy the fun, but stay safe

Downtown Tampa, Ybor, and beyond, will be busy this week with a mix of visitors and residents enjoying the festivities. Please pay attention and stay alert when crossing TECO Line Streetcar System tracks and streets. It takes just a moment to be aware and look both ways.

Flying out? Route 30 operates between downtown and Tampa International Airport every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends. Service begins at 4:30 a.m. through midnight during the week and 5:30 a.m. to midnight on the weekends.

HART Customer Service is always available at 813-254-4278.

Tuesday, April 2, 2019

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:

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!

Thursday, January 25, 2018

Take Transit During NHL All-Star Weekend!

Welcome to Tampa!
HART and the TECO Line Streetcar System would like to welcome the NHL and their fans to Tampa for the 2018 NHL All-Star Game!

Whether or not you have plans to attend Gasparilla, or NHL All-Star Weekend events, Downtown Tampa will be BUSY this weekend with a mix of visitors and residents enjoying the festivities. Officials stress Downtown parking will be limited and heavy traffic is expected. Take transit!

But how? We understand challenges in attempting to navigate the local public transportation scene without an idea on how to get there. To make it easier, we've created this guide that breaks down some of Tampa's best attractions and how to get there with HART and the TECO Line Streetcar!

Use HART to get to the following Tampa attractions and avoid the parking hassles:
(Routes may occasionally go on detour due to event road closures)
  • Amalie Arena (NHL Skills Competition, NHL All-Star game) - Route 8, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Busch Gardens - Route(s) 5,9,39, HART HyperLINK
  • Cotanchobee Fort Brooke Park (NHL Fan Fest) - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar, In-Towner
  • Channelside Bay Plaza (Dining, retail, Splitsville) - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Curtis Hixon Park (Fitz & the Tantrums concert) - Route(s) 1,7,19,30,60LX,360LX, In-Towner, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center - Route(s) 1,7,19,30,60LX,360LX, In-Towner
  • Florida Aquarium - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Glazer's Children Museum - Route(s) 1,7,19,30,60LX,360LX, In-Towner, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • International Plaza (Shopping) - Route(s) 15, 30, 32
  • Lowry Park Zoo - Route(s) 45
  • Tampa Convention Center - Route(s) In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Museum of Art - Route(s) 1,7,19,30,60LX,360LX, In-Towner, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Theatre - Route(s) 1,19,30,60LX,360LX
  • University of South Florida - Route(s) 1,5,6,9,12,33,42, MetroRapid, HART HyperLINK
  • Westshore Plaza (Shopping) - Route(s) 15,30,45, HARTFlex South Tampa
  • Ybor City Historic District (Centro Ybor) - Route(s) 5,8,9,12, and the TECO Line Streetcar
Visit www.goHART.org for fares, maps, and schedules.

RIDER TIPS:
Only $4.00 for a 1-day unlimited ride pass on HART! The TECO Line Streetcar is FREE on Friday with a Fourth Friday Tampa event wristband. Pick one up at participating venues. Otherwise, it is $5.00 for an all-day pass.

Planning to travel multiple days? Save a few bucks by picking up a 3-Day Visitor Pass for $11.75!

Get real-time HART arrival information and trip planning by downloading the OneBusAway Tampa app!

The FREE In-Towner operates Downtown
In-Towner:  The FREE In-Towner is a rubber-wheel trolley that serves downtown parking garages and popular locations. The In-Towner will operate every 30 minutes on Saturday.

In-Towner Hours:

Friday: 6:00 - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.
Saturday: 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

The TECO Line Streetcar at Dick Greco Plaza
TECO Line Streetcar System: The streetcar line runs on rails that connects Ybor City, The Channel District, and Downtown Tampa.

TECO Line Streetcar System Hours:

Monday-Thursday: Noon - 10:00 p.m
Friday: 11 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.
Saturday: 8 a.m. - 1:30 a.m.
Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m.
Click here for a map of downtown Tampa's network of public transportation service, including streetcar stops, The In-Towner and HART bus routes.

Flying out? Routes 30, 32, and 60LX run between downtown and Tampa International Airport every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends.

Enjoy your time in Tampa, we are always here if you have any questions!

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

How to Get Around Tampa During The Outback Bowl!


New Year's Eve is coming up and we've got a big time college football bonanza to bring in the New Year!

HART and the TECO Line Streetcar System would like to welcome all the University of Florida and University of Iowa coaches, players and fans to Tampa for the 2017 Outback Bowl!

We understand the difficulties in attempting to navigate the local public transportation scene without an idea on what to see and do and how to get there. So, we created this guide that breaks down some of Tampa's best attractions and how to get there with HART and the TECO Line Streetcar!

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, 8, 9, 12, 18, 46, and the TECO Line Streetcar
  • International Plaza (Shopping) - 15, 30
  • Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) - Route 6
  • Amalie Arena - Route 8, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center - 7, 10, 14, The In-Towner
  • Tampa Convention Center - Route 4, 19, In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Museum of Art - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Towner
  • Tampa Theatre - Route 4, 8, 19, 30, 46, In-Towner
  • Glazer's Children Museum - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Towner
  • University of South Florida - Routes 5, 6, 18, 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
Only $2.00 for a one-way ride! Planning to travel multiple days? A 3-day Visitor Unlimited HARTride card is your best bet at only $11.75 and valid on all HART local buses, MetroRapid, In-Towner and the TECO Line Streetcar System. Visit www.goHART.org for fares, maps, and schedules.

RIDER TIPS:

Get real-time HART arrival information and trip planning by downloading the OneBusAway Tampa app!

Pay your fare and travel between HART and PSTA (in Pinellas) with the Flamingo Fares app!

In-Towner:
 The FREE In-Towner is a rubber-wheel trolley that operates on a 15-minute frequency (30-minute on Saturday), serving popular locations in downtown Tampa. Weekday service operates 6:30 - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 - 6:00 p.m.; NYE Saturday service from 11 a.m. - 1 a.m.

The TECO Line Streetcar at Dick Greco Plaza
TECO Line Streetcar System: The streetcar line runs on rails that connects Ybor City, The Channel District, and Downtown Tampa. It operates 7 a.m. - 10 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 7 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. on Friday; 11 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. Saturdays; Noon - 8 p.m. on Sunday. Streetcar Operators do not provide change.

FREE* New Year's Eve Service

Spending the New Year in Tampa? The TECO Line Streetcar System will operate until 1:30 a.m. to serve those attending the Fireworks Display at Channelside Bay Plaza. The Streetcar will be FREE to ride on NYE after 7 p.m. Avoid the traffic and parking hassle in the Channel District!

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

Flying out? Route 30 runs between downtown and Tampa International Airport every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends. Service begins at 4:30 a.m. through midnight during the week and 6:30 a.m. to midnight on the weekends.

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

Have a great time watching the Gators and the Hawkeyes in the New Year's Day showdown and enjoy all that Tampa has to offer!

Tuesday, September 27, 2016

Extended Streetcar Service for Weeknight Amalie Arena Events!

The Streetcar conveniently drops off behind Amalie Arena
Ever make the mistake of driving into Amalie Arena traffic? Honking cars and a scramble for parking is to be expected when some of the biggest names in entertainment come to town.

However, it doesn't have to be that way.

Tampa Historic Streetcar, Inc. and HART have decided to extend TECO Line Streetcar System service until midnight during weeknight/Sunday events at Amalie Arena.

List of upcoming Amalie Arena events!

Mon-Thursday & Sunday:

Leave Downtown Tampa – Whiting Station
11:00 PM, 11:20 PM, 11:40 PM, 12:00 AM

Leave Ybor City – Centennial Park Station
10:53 PM, 11:13 PM, 11:33 PM

With over 20,000 fans expected at these events, the TECO Line Streetcar System offers a low cost and convenient way to avoid all the event traffic in downtown. Park in any of the Ybor City garages and ride the streetcar, which drops off right behind Amalie Arena.

Coming from the West?

Park in the Fort Brooke Garage located on Franklin Street and Whiting Street. Whiting Station is directly across the street from the garage.

Not attending the event?  Anyone can take advantage of this later service to get around Downtown Tampa, the Channel District and Ybor City!

Know before you go:
  • The streetcar is FREE to ride!
  • Streetcar service will operate until midnight
  • A map of the TECO Line Streetcar System can be found here.
  • Streetcar service is also extended until midnight during Sunday-Thursday Tampa Bay Lightning home games.

More information can be found at www.TECOlinestreetcar.org.

Amalie Arena event schedule and ticket information can be found here.

Wednesday, April 6, 2016

Tampa Fun for Frozen Four

A champion will be crowned in Tampa!
The Frozen Four and Tampa, Florida conjures up the image of an ice cube in the sun.

Despite the warm climate however, Tampa Bay is Hockey Bay and this week has Tampa at the center of the biggest week in NCAA Men's Hockey - the Frozen Four. HART would like to offer a big welcome to all the Boston College, Quinnipiac, Denver and North Dakota athletes, students and fans. Tampa has a number of attractions and things to do while you're in town!

Use HART to get to the following Tampa attractions and avoid renting a car and the parking hassles:
  • Amalie Arena - Route 8, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Adventure Island - Route 5
  • Busch Gardens - Routes 5, 18, 39
  • Florida Aquarium - Route 8 and the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Channelside Bay Plaza (Dining, retail, Splitsville and Channelside Cinemas) - Route 8, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Ybor City Historic District (Centro Ybor) - Routes 8, 12, the TECO Line Streetcar
  • Glazer's Children Museum - Routes 7, 10, The In-Towner
  • International Plaza (Shopping) - 15, 30, 61LX
  • Lowry Park Zoo - Routes 41, 45
  • Museum of Science and Industry (MOSI) - Route 6
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center - Route 7,10, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Convention Center - Route 4, 19, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Museum of Art - Routes 7, 10, The In-Towner
  • Westshore Plaza (Shopping) - Routes 15, 30, 45, HARTFlex South Tampa
  • Tampa Theatre - Route 4, 8, 19, 30, 46, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
A schedule of Frozen Four events can be found here.

Convenient service to airport!
Flying out? Route 30 runs between downtown and Tampa International Airport every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends. Service begins at 4:30 a.m. through midnight during the week and 7 a.m. to 12:20 a.m. on the weekends.

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

Things to know about The In-Towner and TECO Line Streetcar System:
  • The In-Towner: The FREE In-Towner makes stops at popular locations in downtown Tampa weekdays; 6 - 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 - 6 p.m. The In-Towner operates on a 15-minute frequency with a stop at Amalie Arena. 
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  • TECO Line Streetcar Line: The streetcar line runs on rails that connect Ybor City, The Channel District and Downtown Tampa, which includes a stop at Amalie Arena. It operates Noon - 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday*, and 11 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. Service runs every 20 minutes except on Friday and Saturday from 1 a.m. to 2 a.m., when service is 30 minutes.  Streetcar Operators do not provide change.

    *Streetcar service is being extended on Thursday, April 7, until 11 p.m. or game end, whichever is later.
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). Get HART real-time service information on-the-go with OneBusAway Tampa.

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

Have a great time taking in the Frozen Four and while you're here, we hope you enjoy all that Tampa has to offer!

Monday, December 28, 2015

Guide to Getting Around Tampa for the 2016 Outback Bowl!


New Year's Eve is coming up and we've got a big time college football bonanza to bring in the New Year!

HART and the TECO Line Streetcar System would like to welcome all the Northwestern University and University of Tennessee coaches, players and fans to Tampa for the 2016 Outback Bowl!

We understand the difficulties in attempting to navigate the local public transportation scene without an idea on what to see and do and how to get there. So, we created this guide that breaks down some of Tampa's best attractions and how to get there with HART and the TECO Line Streetcar!

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
  • Amalie Arena - Route 8, The In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • David A. Straz Jr. Center - 7, 10, 14, The In-Towner
  • Tampa Convention Center - Route 4, 19, In-Towner, TECO Line Streetcar
  • Tampa Museum of Art - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Towner
  • Tampa Theatre - Route 4, 8, 19, 30, 46, In-Towner
  • Glazer's Children Museum - Routes 7, 10, 14, In-Towner
  • 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
Only $2.00 for a one-way ride!

Flying out? Route 30 runs between downtown and Tampa International Airport every 30 minutes on weekdays and weekends. Service begins at 4:30 a.m. through midnight during the week and 6:30 a.m. to midnight p.m. on the weekends.

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

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

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

The TECO Line Streetcar at Dick Greco Plaza
TECO Line Streetcar System: The streetcar line runs on rails that connects Ybor City, The Channel District, and Downtown Tampa. It operates 12 p.m. - 10 p.m. Monday - Thursday, 11 a.m. - 1:30 a.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and Noon - 8 p.m. on Sunday. 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). Real-time arrival information is available via OneBusAway Tampa.

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

FREE* New Year's Eve Service

Spending the New Year in Tampa? The TECO Line Streetcar System will operate until 1:30 a.m. to serve those attending the Fireworks Display in Channelside. HART will operate on a Sunday service level for New Year's Day. The Streetcar will be FREE to ride after 7 p.m. Avoid the traffic and parking hassle in the Channel District!

Have a great time watching the Wildcats take on the Volunteers in the New Year's Day showdown and enjoy all that Tampa has to offer!