Ride OKC’s Streetcar to get around downtown

Oklahoma City’s streetcars were a dream for many years before they became a reality. Now, thanks to MAPS 3, you can take the streetcar all over the city as an affordable, cost-effective and environmentally-friendly option! Like anything in life, if you haven’t tried it before, you may be intimidated to start. But fear not, enjoying the streetcars is easy once you know the basics! There are two routes, and you generally don’t have to wait more than 10 minutes for a car (you can check estimated arrival times and see where the actual cars are on the okcstreetcar.com website or the boards at the platforms).

When do the streetcars operate?

The Oklahoma City Streetcar operates year-round from 6 a.m.-midnight on Monday-Thursday, 6 a.m.-2 a.m. on Fridays, 7 a.m.-2 a.m. on Saturdays, and 7 a.m.-10 p.m.on Sundays. The only exceptions happen on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve when the hours are 6 a.m.-midnight, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. and 6 a.m.-2 a.m., respectively.

How much does it cost to ride?

At an affordable price, anyone can take a ride around the city! Rides cost $1 for a single ride of up to one hour, $3 for a 24-hour day pass, $32 for a 30-day pass, or $384 for an annual pass. Anyone ages 65+, children ages 7-17, or persons with a qualifying disability are eligible for reduced fare at half-price of standard fares. Children ages 6 and younger ride free.

How do I pay?

Streetcar fares can be purchased on a mobile phone or at the ticket vending machine located at each platform. At the vending machines, cash, coins and cards are all accepted. It’s important to carry exact change if you’re planning on making a coin or cash purchase because no change is issued by the machines.

Where is a good place to park downtown if I want to ride the Streetcar?

Great question! If you park in one of five EMBARK public garages around the city, you’ll receive a free two-person ticket to ride the cars for the 24 hours following the time you parked. Eligible garages include: the Arts District Garage, Sheridan Walker Garage, Century Center Garage, Cox Center Garage, and the Convention Center Garage.

What else should I know before I ride?

There’s plenty of additional information about the streetcars and how to make the most of your trip. Here are a few articles you may want to check out:

1. Streetcars + Screwdrivers: All Aboard the OKC Streetcar Brunch Train – Ride the streetcar as you visit some of the city’s best brunch restaurants.
2. OKC Streetcar Park and Ride Guide – A general guide for areas to park and ride.
3. OKC Streetcar How-To: Caffeine Crawl – For the caffeine-lover who’s not afraid to have more than one cup in a day.
4. OKC Streetcar How-To: Brewery Taproom Crawl – A tour of OKC’s local breweries via streetcar.