How do I get from Highland to Downtown without a car?
Use the Red Line. Walk or ride a bus from Centro to Highland Station, then take CapMetro Rail toward Downtown. CapMetro lists Highland (ACC) as a Red Line station. Centro is about 0.7 miles from the station in a straight line.
This post covers the trip in three legs: Centro to the station, the station to Downtown, and the back-up options. It does not promise trip times, because we have not measured a full Red Line trip.
How far is Downtown from Centro?
Downtown is about 4.2 miles from Centro in a straight line, measured to 1100 Congress Ave. By road it is 5.4 miles, about 9 minutes as a drive estimate without traffic. The Red Line follows its own track, so its distance differs.
| Trip | Distance | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| Centro to Highland Station | about 0.7 miles | straight line |
| Centro to Highland Station on foot | 1.3 miles, 28 to 33 min | Google walking data, 2026-11-02 |
| Centro to Downtown (1100 Congress Ave) | about 4.2 miles | straight line |
| Centro to Downtown by road | 5.4 miles, about 9 min | drive estimate without traffic |
How do I get to Highland Station from Centro?
You can walk or take a bus. The walk is 1.3 miles, and Google walking data on 2026-11-02 showed 28 to 33 minutes. The route goes around the I-35 frontage road, so it is longer than the straight line.
For a bus, CapMetro Route 337 boards near Centro at the 1016 Camino La Costa/La Posada stop, as of the August 16, 2026 schedules. The 1016 stop is about 340 meters from the property in a straight line. Route 337 is a weekday high-frequency route. Check the CapMetro trip planner for the next trip.
What buses serve Highland Station?
Four CapMetro routes serve Highland Station: 7 Duval/Dove Springs, 324 Ohlen/Georgian, 337 Koenig/Colony Park and 350 Airport Blvd. Route 7 lists both ACC Highland and Highland Station as destinations. Routes change, so check CapMetro before you commit to a commute.
| Route | Name | Lists Highland Station |
|---|---|---|
| 7 | Duval/Dove Springs | Yes |
| 324 | Ohlen/Georgian | Yes |
| 337 | Koenig/Colony Park | Yes |
| 350 | Airport Blvd | Yes |
What does the Red Line do for a Downtown trip?
The Red Line connects Highland to Downtown by rail. CapMetro describes Route 550 as having 10 stations from Downtown to Leander. Read the Metrorail Red Line entry for the basics, or the Highland Station entry for the stop.
We do not quote a ride time. Look up the Red Line timetable for days, hours and how often trains run before you rely on it. The Highland commute table gives a side-by-side view.
What should I check before I rely on this trip?
Check four things. First, the Red Line timetable for days and hours. Second, the walk to Highland Station, in daylight and after dark. Third, the next Route 337 trip from the Camino La Costa stop. Fourth, your return trip, since the last train or bus sets your evening plans. Test the whole route once before you sign a lease.
Is the Gold Line an option?
No. Wikipedia calls Highland the planned northern terminus of the Gold Line bus rapid transit line. A plan is not a service. Use the Red Line and the buses above.
Can I live car-light in Highland?
Yes, for some trips. Living car-light here means a mix of walking, buses, rail and bike. It works best if your Downtown trips are planned and your errands are on a bus route. Centro lists bike storage as a community amenity, and our car-free commute guide walks through the steps.
Centro is a studio community with homes starting at $699. As listed on 2026-11-02, 1st floor studios run $729 to $1,114 and 2nd floor studios run $699 to $1,099 per month. Prices change daily, so check the floor plans. For the wider picture, see Downtown and UT Austin.
Next step
Book a tour and ask the leasing office about the walk to the station, or call (737) 317-8369.
