DART-Commutable Neighborhoods in Dallas 2026
Every DART rail neighborhood ranked by walkability, rent, and commute tier. 5 lines mapped including the Silver Line (opened Oct 2025). Plus: which popular suburbs have zero rail access.
5 DART Rail Lines — Quick Reference
Red Line
(26 stations)Route: Westmoreland → Parker Road (Plano)
Key stops: Cityplace/Uptown, Mockingbird/SMU, CityLine/Bush (Richardson), Downtown Plano, Parker Road
Blue Line
(23 stations)Route: UNT Dallas → Downtown Rowlett
Key stops: Cityplace/Uptown, White Rock, Lake Highlands, Downtown Garland, Downtown Rowlett
Green Line
(20 stations)Route: North Carrollton/Frankford → Buckner
Key stops: Downtown Carrollton, Farmers Branch, Inwood/Love Field, Victory, Deep Ellum, Fair Park
Orange Line
(35 stations)Route: DFW Airport → LBJ/Central (Parker Rd peak)
Key stops: DFW Airport, Las Colinas Urban Center, Inwood/Love Field, Victory, Cityplace/Uptown
Silver Line (NEW Oct 2025)
(10 stations)Route: Shiloh Road (Plano) → DFW Airport Terminal B
Key stops: CityLine/Bush, UT Dallas, Addison Transit Center, Downtown Carrollton, Cypress Waters, DFW Airport
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Furnished Apartments Near DART
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Tier 1 — Excellent: Walk to Station, No Car Needed
These neighborhoods have DART stations within walking distance and Walk Scores above 75 — genuine car-optional living in Dallas.
Downtown Dallas
Uptown / Cityplace
Deep Ellum
Victory Park / Design District
Tier 2 — Good: Station Nearby, Some Walkability
Station is accessible but you may need a short drive or bus ride to reach it. These neighborhoods work for daily rail commuting with a car for other errands.
Downtown Plano
Richardson / CityLine
Las Colinas / Irving
Downtown Carrollton
Farmers Branch
Oak Lawn / Cedar Springs
Tier 3 — Functional: Park & Ride
Drive to the station, park for free, and ride DART the rest of the way. Works for daily commuters willing to drive 5-15 minutes to reach rail.
Plano (Parker Road)
Garland
Rowlett
Addison
North Carrollton
NOT DART-Commutable — Popular Suburbs Without Rail
These popular DFW suburbs have zero DART rail service. If you live here, you're driving everywhere — budget accordingly. Note that some non-DART suburbs have alternative connections: Fort Worth has TRE and TEXRail (with service to DFW Airport), and the Lewisville/Highland Village area has the DCTA A-train.
- Frisco
- McKinney
- Allen
- Prosper
- Celina
- Southlake
- Keller
- Flower Mound
- Highland Village
- Arlington (largest US city without rail)
- Fort Worth (TRE + TEXRail only, not DART)
Note: Fort Worth has TRE (commuter rail to Dallas, ~55 min) and TEXRail (to DFW Airport) but these are NOT DART services. Lewisville/Flower Mound area has DCTA A-train which connects to DART at Trinity Mills station.
Skip the Commute — Live Near DART
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DART Fares — March 2026
| Pass Type | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 3-Hour Pass | $3.00 | Replaced single ride passes |
| Day Pass | $6.00 | Unlimited rides all day |
| Regional Day Pass | $9.00 | DART + Trinity Metro + DCTA |
| Local Monthly Pass | $126.00 | All DART buses, trains, GoLink |
| Regional Monthly Pass | $192.00 | DART + TRE + Trinity Metro + DCTA |
| Reduced Fare (3-Hour) | $1.50 | Seniors, disabled, veterans, students |
Download the GoPass App for mobile ticketing. All Park & Ride lots offer free parking — no fee, no residency requirement. Source: DART.org
Something different now? Let us knowDART vs Driving — Cost & Time Comparison
| Route | DART Time | Drive Time (Peak) | Monthly Cost (DART) | Monthly Cost (Drive) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plano → Downtown | 45–55 min | 30–45 min | $126 | $450–$650* |
| Richardson → Downtown | 25–35 min | 20–30 min | $126 | $350–$550* |
| Las Colinas → Downtown | 35–45 min | 20–30 min | $126 | $350–$500* |
| Addison → DFW Airport | ~32 min | 20–35 min | $126 | $300–$450* |
*Drive cost includes parking ($200–$400/month downtown), gas (~$150/month), and additional car insurance. DART riders can potentially eliminate a second car entirely.
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Content verified March 2026. Relocation information on this page has been reviewed for accuracy. This guide is for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial, legal, or medical advice.