TECO Line Streetcar Track Maintenance to Affect Service Sept. 22-26

The TECO Line Streetcar will replace all wooden cross ties on ballasted track between Harbor Street and McCay Street from Monday, Sept. 22, through Friday, Sept. 26, 2025. The track maintenance will impact streetcar service, resulting in a shuttle bus operating between Cadrecha Plaza Station (#4) and Port Tampa Bay Station (#5).

Streetcar Service plan during track closure:

• Streetcar operations: One car will serve Stations #1–#4 in Ybor City; two cars will operate in the downtown area Stations #5–#11
• Bus bridge: Running during regular streetcar hours between the closure points, with pickups north of Station #4 on 8th Avenue in Ybor and at McCay Street next to Station #5.
• Rider information: Signage with service details will be posted at stations; please allow extra travel time.

Project completion is targeted for Friday, Sept. 26, 2025.

Customers with questions can contact HART Customer Service at 813-254-4278 or visit TECOLineStreetcar.org for more information.

Streetcar Track Closure Service Map - Sept. 22 - Sept. 26

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

HART Receives FDOT Grant to Keep the TECO Line Streetcar Fare-Free

Streetcar operating near Centro Ybor in Ybor City

HART is pleased to announce the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has awarded HART a Commuter Assistance grant totaling $700,000. The FDOT grant will permit the TECO Line Streetcar to remain fare-free for an additional year.

The TECO Line Streetcar has routinely broken ridership records since FDOT awarded HART a $2.7 million Innovation Grant in 2018 allowing the Streetcar to go fare-free and expand service - increased frequency and service hours.

"HART is very excited to receive this FDOT grant to keep the TECO Line Streetcar fare-free," said Scott Drainville, Interim HART Chief Executive Officer. "HART appreciates the continued support of Secretary Gwynn and FDOT staff in identifying grant funding for the Streetcar."

In addition to FDOT, the TECO Line Streetcar is funded by the City of Tampa, the Downtown Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs), and the Tampa Downtown Partnership. HART will work with the partners to hopefully identify funding to keep the Streetcar fare-free for the foreseeable future.

The TECO Line Streetcar System has carried 1,249,511 passenger trips so far in FY2023.