How to get from Downtown Austin to Leander by light rail?

Downtown Austin to Leander - Light Rail Schedule

The 550 light rail from Downtown Austin to Leander runs from 6:55 AM to 7:21 PM, with departures every 30 min-5 hr 30 min. The trip takes about 1 hr 10 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Downtown Austin to Leander by light rail

Take one direct light rail from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin: take the 550 light rail from Downtown Station station to Leander Park & Ride station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is $3.50. The light rail schedule from Downtown Austin may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail schedule to Leander on the Moovit app.

70min$3.50
Walk to light rail station
Light Rail - 550550
Leaves from Downtown Station

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Downtown Station
    ID 5534
    690 yd • 8 min
  • 2
    Light Rail - 550550
    Wait for light rail
    550
    550 Leander Station Nb
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station Leander Park & Ride
    Ride to light rail station
    Leander Park & Ride
    ID 6399
    62 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Downtown Austin to Leander

The distance between Downtown Austin, Austin and Leander, Austin is approximately 32.16 mi, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Downtown Austin to Leander by light rail, so no matter how you choose to travel in Austin – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Light Rail schedule from Downtown Austin to Leander

To check the light rail schedule from Downtown Austin to Leander using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Downtown Austin) and destination (Leander), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest light rail schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Downtown Austin to Leander?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Light Rail line 550.

  • Is there a direct light rail between Downtown Austin and Leander in Austin?

    Yes, there is a direct light rail going from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin in 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which light rail line goes from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin?

    The 550 light rail line goes from Downtown Station near Downtown Austin to Leander Park & Ride station near Leander in Austin.

  • How long does it take to travel from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin by light rail?

    The total travel time between Downtown Austin and Leander in Austin by light rail is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the light rail near Downtown Austin to get to Leander in Austin?

    Get on the 550 light rail from the Downtown Station near Downtown Austin in Austin.

  • Where do I get off the light rail when travelling between Downtown Austin and Leander in Austin?

    Get off the light rail at the Leander Park & Ride station, which is closest to Leander in Austin.

  • When is the last bus from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin?

    The last bus from Downtown Austin to Leander in Austin is the 985-Leander/Lakeline Direct line. It leaves the 500 Guadalupe/5th stop at 1:14 PM.

  • How much is the light rail fare from Downtown Austin to Leander?

    The ride from Downtown Austin to Leander costs $3.50.

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