If you’re flying into DFW Airport and headed to the Fort Worth Stockyards, Trinity Metro’s TEXRail offers a surprisingly affordable and comfortable option—just $2 for a one-way ride. But while the train itself is a great value, there are a few key things to know before you go, especially when getting to the station and your final destination.
Getting to TEXRail from DFW Airport
Once you land at DFW, getting to the TEXRail station is pretty straightforward—but the route depends on whether you have checked bags or not.
✈️ If You Don’t Have Checked Bags: Take Skylink (Airside)
Since I was traveling light with just a carry-on, I used Skylink, DFW’s airside train, to get to Terminal B, where the TEXRail station is located.
Skylink is best for:
- Passengers with no checked luggage
- Anyone staying inside the secure area
- Fast transfers between terminals
Follow the Skylink signs throughout the terminal—they’re easy to spot. Trains come every two minutes, and it operates 24/7. Once in Terminal B, head toward Bag Claim B29, B30 on the lower level and exit the terminal. Then, follow the airport signage for TEXRail.
🧳 If You Do Have Checked Bags: Use Terminal Link (Landside)
If you need to pick up luggage, you must exit the secure area and take Terminal Link, the airport’s landside shuttle bus.
Terminal Link is best for:
- Passengers with checked bags
- Anyone already at baggage claim
- Landside transfers between terminals
After picking up your bags, exit your terminal at the departures level (except Terminal D, where the exit is on the same level as baggage claim). Then, look for Terminal Link signs to catch the next shuttle to Terminal B.
Finding the TEXRail Platform at Terminal B
If you’re already in Terminal B—or you just arrived there via Skylink or Terminal Link—you’re almost ready to ride.
Look for signs like this near Entry B43. They’ll lead you to the TEXRail station on the lower level.
Head to Entry B43, where you’ll find elevators and stairs down to the ground floor. Once outside, turn LEFT and follow the sidewalk marked with signs that say “Rail to Fort Worth.” You’ll pass through a tunnel, and at the end, you’ll find ticket vending machines where you can buy your TEXRail pass.
🚆 Trains depart every 30 minutes during peak hours and once per hour during off-peak times.
On Board TEXRail
TEXRail trains are clean, modern, and surprisingly comfortable—even more than I expected for a $2 ride.
There’s lots of legroom and space for luggage. It’s a really pleasant way to start your trip to Fort Worth. And it was much cheaper than the $60 Uber wanted to charge to get me to Fort Worth from the airport.
Final Stretch: Getting to the Stockyards
Here’s the one downside—TEXRail doesn’t drop you off right at the Stockyards. The closest stop is North Side Station, about 1.5 miles away.
North Side Station is clean and easy to navigate. You’ll often see buses waiting outside, including the Route 15 (Orange Line), which goes toward the Stockyards.
I briefly considered walking from the station, but I’m glad I didn’t. The area is primarily industrial, and there are long stretches without sidewalks—not the safest or most scenic walk.
Instead, I took a Lyft from the station, which cost $8 plus tip. It was a short ride and worth it. If you prefer public transit, you can hop on Trinity Metro’s Route 15 bus, which drops you right near the action on Exchange Avenue. A $4 daily ticket will cover the train and the bus ride.
Final Thoughts
TEXRail is a fantastic value and a stress-free way to get from DFW Airport to Fort Worth—but know you’ll need a backup plan for that last mile. Whether that’s a quick rideshare or a local bus, it’s still a great way to beat traffic and save money.
Have you taken TEXRail before? Let me know your experience—or if you braved the walk to the Stockyards (I’d love to hear how that went!).
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4 comments
You’d think that people designing transit systems would route them to places people actually want to go.
That is quite the process.
I live in fort Worth and I work at DFW airport and sadly I have never taken this train. The nearest stop is 1 mile from my house. Maybe one day I’ll try this train.
The one time I tried riding Tex Rail, I got on the train only to be informed it would be a one-hour wait.
I’m spoiled by mass transit in foreign countries. Sitting and waiting an hour just didn’t work. I paid the Uber.