A-train

The A-train is a 21-mile regional rail system connecting Denton and Dallas Counties. DCTA has five A-train stations; two in Denton and three in Lewisville and also interfaces with DART at their Trinity Mills Station in Carrollton. Passengers can transfer to the Green Line, which provides access to Downtown Dallas, the Medical District, Pleasant Grove, Fair Park, DART’s Red, Orange and Blue Lines and the Trinity Railway Express. Visit DART.org for DART service and schedule information.

Hours of Operation

Weekday Service

The A-train operates during the peak periods at 25 minute frequencies; approximately 5:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM Monday – Friday. DCTA operates the A-train Shuttle Bus during the midday when the A-train does not operate. This midday service is available approximately 10:30 AM – 3:00 PM and provides service to all A-train stations and DART’s Trinity Mills.

Weekend Service

Limited A-train service is available Friday nights and Saturdays with service ending before Midnight. The A-train does not operate on Sundays or major holidays.

Crossing Safety

Call the Denton County Transportation Authority Rail Dispatch at 972-790-0495 if your car becomes stalled or stuck on the tracks for any reason or if the lights and gates are not operating properly. The Dispatch number can easily be found on the silver signal control building (bungalow) located at each crossing. The crossings are identified by their unique DOT number also conveniently located on the bungalow adjacent to the signal.