How to Ride

The Basics

Name Your Fare

We provide “Free” service by asking riders to name their price:

Drop some cash or coins in the Trolley’s fare box
Make a debit/credit card donation through our Giving page
Set up a recurring donation, great for regular riders and commuters to provide ongoing support
Charter a trolley to host a memorable personal or business event
Volunteer to help us provide a valuable service to Dallas

Click here for the route map

Getting On

Riding the Trolley is as easy as 1-2-3:

Locate a Stop: Look for one of our maroon “M-LINE” signs at one of our 39 stops and stand next to it.
Wait Safely: If tracks are in the middle of the street, wait on the curb. The operator will stop traffic for you to board.
Flag Us Down: When you see a trolley approaching, stand at the stop and wave at the driver so he or she knows you want to ride.
Please Note: the trolley can only pick up/drop off at designated trolley stops.

Requesting a Stop

Each car has a bell, or overhead string, which rings a bell, to notify the Motorman/Motorwoman you’re looking to hop off.

Locate either the bells or strings, usually above the seats,
Make sure you hear the bell ring,
The Motorman/Motorwoman will drop you off at the next M-Line designated stop.

Accessibility Information

The varying age and design of our cars can create accessibility challenges for those with special mobility needs.

Should you have any accessibility concerns, we invite you to contact us before riding.
DART Paratransit Services provides origin-to-destination transit to and from the M-LINE’s service area.
DART buses, many of which run in close proximity to our service area, offer greater accessibility for certain users.

Everything Else

Bikes & Strollers: We allow bikes and smaller strollers to ride, as long as there is room and a clear path to and from exits for passengers. Large strollers are discouraged as they may not fit in some of our cars.

Pets: Service animals and well-behaved pets may ride the M-LINE if they are leashed or remain in their carriers. Pets may not take a seat from other riders.

NOTE: If your pet causes a disturbance to the comfort or safety of other passengers, the Motorman or Motorwoman may ask you to exit at the nearest stop.

How to Get Here

By DART Rail or Bus Parking

Getting Here by Rail

The M-LINE offers convenient access to and from 3 light rail stations:

CityPlace/Uptown Station offers direct M-LINE access through the West Entrance
St. Paul Station is south of a designated stop on Harwood & Federal
Pearl/Arts District Station is one block west of the designated stop at Federal & Olive

Getting Here by Bus

Many M-LINE stops are a short walking distance from DART bus stops.

Visit the DART Trip Planner to explore stops in Uptown & Downtown, view connected routes, and get live updates on bus locations and arrival times.

Nearby Rail Stations

Station	Rail Lines
Cityplace/Uptown Station	Red, Blue, Orange Lines
St. Paul Station	Red, Blue, Green, Orange Lines
Pearl/Arts District Station	Red, Blue, Green, Orange Lines

Where to Park

While there is no officially-designated parking for M-LINE riders, there is street parking on CityPlace W Blvd and public garages on Noble Street off CityPlace W Blvd.

Make It a Rail Day!

Consider ditching your car by parking at a DART Park and Ride location and riding light rail to get to us. This is a great option if you plan to do any shopping at the Shops at Park Lane/Park Lane Station or Mockingbird Station.

How to Ride

The Basics

Name Your Fare

Getting On

Requesting a Stop

Accessibility Information

Everything Else

How to Get Here

Getting Here by Rail

Getting Here by Bus

Nearby Rail Stations

Where to Park

Make It a Rail Day!

Other Helpful Information

Route Map

Schedules

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