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Communitywide Emergency Notifications

2 Alerts
June 22, 2023 11:24 AM

What you need to know after the storm

Last night’s storm resulted in power outages and some storm debris. This is what you need to know.

March 19, 2020 5:03 PM

COVID-19

Please visit our COVID-19 Information Page.

Woodlands Transit Alerts

61 Alerts
January 24, 2023 1:54 PM

January 24, 2023: The Woodlands Express Service Alert

The Woodlands Express afternoon service 3:15 p.m. runs may be slightly delayed due to weather. We will deploy buses as soon as all weather warnings have lifted. We will run as many buses as necessary to make sure we get you home.

January 20, 2023 9:23 AM

January 20, 2023: Changes to The Woodlands Express Drop-Off Locations

Starting Monday, January 23, 2023, The Woodlands Express morning drop-off locations downtown will be permanently moved to accommodate Metro Stop changes. Afternoon pick-up locations are not impacted. Please visit...

January 20, 2023: Changes to The Woodlands Express Drop-Off Locations
February 3, 2022 5:16 PM

Weather update for The Woodlands Express and Town Center Trolleys

The Woodlands Express Park and Ride bus service is cancelled for Friday, February 4, 2022, due to inclement weather.
>The Town Center Trolley Service is suspended as of 4 p.m. Thursday due to anticipated hazardous weather conditions. Trolley service is...

Weather update for The Woodlands Express and Town Center Trolleys
May 28, 2021 7:19 AM

Township’s Sterling Ridge Park and Ride to re-open Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Sterling Ridge will re-open with modified service on June 1, 2021. Please click here to view the Sterling Ridge Park and Ride service schedule: https://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/DocumentCenter/View/4368/Sterling-Ridge-Park--Ride-Schedule

October 23, 2020 2:23 PM

Free Mobile COVID-19 testing set up at Township’s Town Hall

Free COVID-19 Testing at The Woodlands Township Town Hall. Available 7 Days a Week from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Please click here to learn more: https://www.thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/civicalerts.aspx?AID=3277

October 14, 2020 10:10 AM

Oct. 13-30th: Trolley Detour Due to Early Voting Activities

Due to early voting activities, the Town Center Trolleys will temporarily not be stopping at “The Library” trolley stop found within the parking lot of the South Regional Library (2101 Lake Robbins Dr). This will remain in effect for the duration of early...

Oct. 13-30th: Trolley Detour Due to Early Voting Activities
September 22, 2020 10:32 AM

September 22nd - WOODLANDS EXPRESS ADDITIONAL MIDDAY SERVICE

For September 22nd only, The Woodlands Express will run an additional midday service from the Texas Medical Center starting at 1:00pm. It will service BOTH Sawdust and Research Forest Park & Rides. The 3:30pm service will run as usual.

August 27, 2020 6:00 PM

The Woodlands Township’s Transit Services Resume Friday, August 28, 2020

The Woodlands Express and Town Center Trolleys will return to their modified service schedules tomorrow. Thanks for your continued patience. To view schedules, please visit https://thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/96/Transportation.

August 25, 2020 6:25 PM

Township's Transit Services Suspended due to Hurricane Laura

Given the current projected path of Hurricane Laura, all park & ride and trolley services will be suspended Wednesday, August, 26, 2020 and Thursday, August 27, 2020.

Further updates will be provided via Twitter @TownshipTransit.

August 25, 2020 1:46 PM

The Woodlands Express - Severe Weather Alert August 25, 2020

We are monitoring the forecast closely to determine if operations should be discontinued for Thursday. Follow our twitter feed for more updates https://twitter.com/townshiptransit. You can also view twitter alerts directly on our transit webpage at...

The Woodlands Express - Severe Weather Alert August 25, 2020
July 1, 2020 4:37 PM

Service Alert - Town Center Trolley Service Resumes July 1st

The Woodlands Township will resume full service for the Town Center Trolleys beginning on Wednesday, July 1, 2020. This includes all four trolleys operating the normal route and stops, seven days a week. The current capacity will be limited to half of the...

Service Alert - Town Center Trolley Service Resumes July 1st
July 1, 2020 4:30 PM

The Woodlands Express - NO service on Friday, July 3rd

SERVICE NOTICE: No service July 3rd in observance of Independence Day holiday weekend. Reduced service schedules from Sawdust and Research Forest to resume Monday, July 6th.

June 2, 2020 5:04 PM

SERVICE ALERT - Downtown detour in effect for June 2 afternoon service

All Express passengers Downtown should proceed to the Louisiana@Dallas stop located in front of 1207 Louisiana Street (across Louisiana from the Hyatt Regency Hotel) for afternoon pickup until Downtown roads are clear. Buses will proceed north on...

SERVICE ALERT - Downtown detour in effect for June 2 afternoon service
May 28, 2020 4:32 PM

Township’s Sawdust Park and Ride re-opens on Monday, June 1, 2020

Effective June 1, 2020: The Woodlands Express will resume operations at the Sawdust Park & Ride facility. Please visit www.woodlandstransit.com to view our modified service schedules at both the Sawdust and Research Forest Park & Ride location.

September 17, 2019 2:50 PM

The Woodlands Express - Severe Weather Alert Sept. 17-19

Hazardous Weather Conditions effective September 17, 2019, to September 19, 2019. The Houston/Galveston NWS Office issued a Flash Flood Watch due to potential significant rainfall over the next 24-72 hrs.

Severe weather could impact The Woodlands...

The Woodlands Express - Severe Weather Alert Sept. 17-19
December 26, 2018 3:43 PM

December 26, 2018: Rain/weather could cause delays on The Woodlands Express Wednesday PM/Thursday AM

December 26, 2018: SERVICE ADVISORY - Wet and windy conditions are expected for parts of the region starting today and continuing into Thursday morning and could cause delays in service on #TheWoodlandsExpress. We'll get you home.

December 21, 2018 4:59 PM

December 26th, 2018 - 9 Greenway Plaza stop reopens, construction complete

Construction on City Club Drive is now complete. The Woodlands Express will now resume the regular stops at 9 Greenway Plaza.

December 19, 2018 3:06 PM

DEC 24-25, 2018: SERVICE REMINDER - No service on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day

December 24-25, 2018: The Woodlands Express will not run on December 24th or 25th in observance of the Christmas holidays. Regular service resumes December 26, 2018.

December 7, 2018 8:52 AM

SEVERE WEATHER ALERT: DEC 7, 2018 Heavy storms expected. May cause delays for The Woodlands Express

WEATHER WARNING: DEC 7, 2018 - Heavy storms expected today. Will become more widespread this evening. Delays on #TheWoodlandsExpress possible. No interruption of service anticipated at this time. Check the app for bus locations. We'll get you home.

November 27, 2018 11:59 AM

NOV 27, 2018 - Service delays in PM operations from TMC due to special event at Rice U

Nov 27, 2018: We have just been advised that an event at Rice University will affect #TheWoodlandsExpress PM service in TMC and continuing service to DT. Expect delays. Staging for the event is set to begin @ 4:00 PM. Runs will begin as scheduled.

November 21, 2018 9:42 AM

November 21, 2018 -- The Woodlands Express: FRI schedule + EXTRA 1:30 run from DT to all terminals

SERVICE REMINDER: #TheWoodlandsExpress will run the Friday schedule today, Wednesday, November 21st, PLUS an EXTRA midday run at 1:30 from DT to all P&R terminals. We will not run on November 22nd or 23rd in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

November 20, 2018 8:27 AM

November 20, 2018 -- Extra Midday Run from DT tomorrow at 1:30 PM - No Service Thursday or Friday.

November 20, 2018 -- SERVICE REMINDER: #TheWoodlandsExpress will run the Friday schedule on Wednesday, November 21st, with an extra midday run at 1:30 PM from DT to all terminals. No service on November 22nd or 23rd in observance of Thanksgiving.

November 1, 2018 4:36 PM

SERVICE ALERT: November 1, 2018 -- #TheWoodlandsExpress runs originating in TMC delayed by 10 min

SERVICE ALERT: November 1, 2018 -- #TheWoodlandsExpress runs originating in TMC are being delayed by approximately 10 min -- traffic signal outage at Main St. @ Cambridge St. causing congestion in the area. We'll get you home.

October 23, 2018 2:37 PM

October 23, 2018 - SERVICE ALERT: Chemical leak at VA Hospital. P/U moved to Mixon @ Almeda

SERVICE NOTICE: We have been advised of a chemical leak at the #DeBakeyVAHospital - #TheWoodlandsExpress stop at the VA has been moved to Mixon Ave @ Almeda Rd (Spine clinic). VA Police are on site to assist and direct. @METROHouAlerts

October 22, 2018 9:09 AM

October 22, 2018 - SERVICE NOTICE: Street closures in downtown may cause delays in PM service

SERVICE NOTICE: Due to street closures in downtown this afternoon, #TheWoodlandsExpress may experience significant delays during afternoon/evening service. No route detours anticipated at this time. We'll get you home.

August 21, 2018 4:25 PM

August 21, 2018 -- Heavy traffic in TMC area may cause delays in PM Service on the Woodlands Express

August 21, 2018 -- SERVICE NOTICE: Heavier than normal traffic in the Texas Medical Center may cause delays on #TheWoodlandsExpress outbound this afternoon. We apologize for any inconvenience. We'll get you home.

August 17, 2018 3:06 PM

August 17, 2018: Service delays on The Woodlands Express during PM service.

SERVICE ADVISORY: August 17, 2018 -- We are experiencing some service delays on #TheWoodlandsExpress this afternoon. Some runs may be delayed during PM service. We apologize for any inconvenience.

August 7, 2018 3:08 PM

August 7, 2018: Gas leak reported near New Trails & Research Forest. RF buses detour to 242

August 7, 2018: A gas leak has been reported in the vicinity of New Trails & Research Forest. Research Forest buses will detour to 242 until the scene has been cleared. We'll get you home.

August 7, 2018 3:02 PM

August 7, 2018: Major MVA IH-45N NB @ Research Forest - expect delays

August 7, 2018: Major MVA IH-45N NB At TAMINA/RESEARCH FOREST - 6 (yes, six) vehicles involved - multiple travel lanes affected - expect major delays - may cause delays on #TheWoodlandsExpress as First Responders work to clear the scene.

July 20, 2018 4:24 PM

SERVICE ADVISORY: July 20, 2018 MVA on Main St. causing service delays on The Woodlands Express

SERVICE ADVISORY: July 20, 2018 - MVA on Main St. is causing service delays on The Woodlands Express in the Texas Medical Center and downtown. We apologize for any inconvenience. We'll get you home.

July 2, 2018 3:39 PM

July 2, 2018: The Woodlands Express running Friday schedule on July 3rd; NO service on July 4th!

SERVICE NOTICE July 2, 2018: The Woodlands Express will be running the Friday schedule (2 extra midday runs) on Tuesday, July 3rd for those leaving work early. No service July 4th in observance of Independence Day. Regular service resumes July 5th.

June 20, 2018 4:23 PM

SERVICE ADVISORY June 20, 2018: Severe weather may cause service delays on #TheWoodlandsExpress

June 20, 2018: Severe weather is moving into the area this afternoon and may cause service delays on The Woodlands Express. We are running normal schedules, but severe t-storms are predicted which may slow traffic & cause delays. We'll get you home.

June 18, 2018 12:01 PM

June 18, 2018: Rain/weather could cause delays on The Woodlands Express Monday PM/Tuesday AM

June 18, 2018: SERVICE ADVISORY - Wet conditions are expected for parts of the region starting today and continuing into Tuesday. Rain Monday PM/Tuesday AM could cause delays in service on #TheWoodlandsExpress. We'll get you home.

May 22, 2018 4:35 PM

May 22, 2018: 2 MVAs reported; delays possible on The Woodlands Express afternoon service

May 22, 2018 SERVICE ALERT: 2 MVAs reported -- One at Congress St in DT Houston / One at IH-45N NB @ Cypresswood - both could cause delays in afternoon service on #TheWoodlandsExpress We'll get you home.

April 25, 2018 3:03 PM

April 25, 2018 - GWP Route: Buses will pick up on City Club Dr. behind 11 GWP, not Richmond Ave

April 25, 2018 - Township staff have been advised by numerous passengers about conflicting information regarding the pick-up location for the 9,11 Greenway Plaza stop. For clarification: Greenway Plaza buses will use CITY CLUB DRIVE for all operations at...

April 25, 2018 - GWP Route: Buses will pick up on City Club Dr. behind 11 GWP, not Richmond Ave
April 24, 2018 10:50 AM

SERVICE NOTICE: GWP Route - TheWoodlandsExpress will continue to use Richmond Ave today

April 24, 2018 - Township staff have been notified by Greenway Plaza management that City Club Drive will be open to operations April 25, 2018.

Afternoon pickups for The Woodlands Express will continue on Richmond Ave. today, April 24, 2018.

Effective...

SERVICE NOTICE: GWP Route - TheWoodlandsExpress will continue to use Richmond Ave today
April 20, 2018 11:57 AM

April 20, 2018: #TheWoodlandsExpress using HTR for FRI ops - IH-45N HOV remains closed - MVA cleanup

April 20, 2018 - After a big-rig fire this morning on IH-45N near SH-249/Mt. Houston Rd., all southbound mainlanes remain closed in the area. Houston TranStar indicates the IH-45N HOV lane is closed to operations until at least 3:00 PM. As a result, the...

April 20, 2018: #TheWoodlandsExpress using HTR for FRI ops - IH-45N HOV remains closed - MVA cleanup
April 19, 2018 2:03 PM

Please be advised Barbara Bush memorial downtown may cause service delays on The Woodlands Express

SERVICE NOTICE: We have NOT received notice from the City of Houston or METRO that the memorial for First Lady Barbara Bush 6:00 p.m. at City Hall will impact PM operations downtown. However, traffic in the area may cause congestion and delays....

Please be advised Barbara Bush memorial downtown may cause service delays on The Woodlands Express
April 19, 2018 11:57 AM

SERVICE NOTICE: Reroute in TMC at VA Hospital Campus on The Woodlands Express beginning April 20th

SERVICE NOTICE: Township staff have been notified by VA personnel that due to construction beginning on April 20, 2018 at the VA Hospital campus, The Woodlands Express will use the stop inside entrance 70 off Old Spanish Trail until the project is...

SERVICE NOTICE: Reroute in TMC at VA Hospital Campus on The Woodlands Express beginning April 20th
April 12, 2018 3:01 PM

Reroute in Greenway Plaza due to construction on City Club Dr beginning April 16th.

SERVICE NOTICE: Due to constr starting Mon, Apr 16, 2018 on City Club Dr in #GreenwayPlaza, #TheWoodlandsExpress will use METRO stop located on Richmond Ave in front of 11 Greenway until complete. Stops at 20 Greenway & 3 Greenway are unaffected.

March 29, 2018 10:28 AM

The Woodlands Express will not run tomorrow, March 30th

REMINDER: #TheWoodlandsExpress will not run tomorrow, March 30, 2018 in observance of Good Friday. For your convenience, a schedule of service holidays is posted in each Park & Ride terminal. Have a great weekend!

February 16, 2018 11:36 AM

Trolley Reroute on Feb 17th, regular service resumes Feb 18th

TROLLEY NOTICE: The #TownCenterTrolley will use an alt route Saturday, Feb 17th for a special event. Regular service resumes Sunday, Feb 18th. Please see map on #Twitter @TownshipTransit for details or visit the Township's Transportation webpage.

February 15, 2018 12:56 PM

The Woodlands Express - Midday Run 2/15

The Woodlands Express midday run service from VA/TMC and downtown Houston, is delayed by approx 15 minutes. We apologize for any inconvenience.

January 25, 2018 4:14 PM

SERVICE NOTICE: IH-45N HOV - overturned vehicle - The Woodlands Express may experience delays NB

SERVICE NOTICE: IH-45N HOV - overturned vehicle - #TheWoodlandsExpress may experience delays NB to The Woodlands while crews clear the accident. We have notified route supervisors.

January 25, 2018 3:31 PM

SERVICE NOTICE: 3:20 PM bus from VA Hospital/TMC may be delayed several minutes

SERVICE NOTICE: The Woodlands Express 3:20 PM bus from the VA Hospital/Texas Medical Center may be delayed several minutes due to heavy traffic en route. TranStar reporting 10-min delay in travel times in the area.

Service Number: 832-851-3362

January 17, 2018 3:24 PM

Regular Town Center Trolley operations resume tomorrow, January 18th

Regular Town Center Trolley operations resume tomorrow - Thursday, January 18th. For more information about the Town Center Trolley, please visit: goo.gl/saekW8

January 17, 2018 3:10 PM

The Woodlands Express will resume normal operations Thursday, January 18th

The Woodlands Express will resume normal operations tomorrow, January 18th at all Park & Ride locations.

Please consult schedules for more more detailed information: http://thewoodlandstownship-tx.gov/994/Park-and-Ride-Service

January 16, 2018 6:20 PM

Town Center Trolley - SERVICE SUSPENDED JANUARY 17th

Service has been suspended for the Town Center Trolley tomorrow, January 17th due to ongoing weather conditions. Township officials continue to monitor conditions.

January 16, 2018 6:16 PM

The Woodlands Express - ALL SERVICE SUSPENDED TOMORROW, JANUARY 17TH

ALL SERVICE on The Woodlands Express has been SUSPENDED TOMORROW, January 17th due to ongoing weather conditions. Township officials continue to monitor conditions. Notifications will be pushed here and on Twitter - @TownshipTransit

January 16, 2018 4:31 PM

The Woodlands Express - will SUSPEND ALL SERVICE @ 5:30 today

The Woodlands Express - ALL SERVICE SUSPENDED @ 5:30 PM today. Township officials will continue to monitor conditions and will send updates via the alert system and Twitter feed - @TownshipTransit.

Service number: 832-851-3362

January 16, 2018 3:16 PM

The Woodlands Express will SUSPEND SERVICE @ 5:30 PM today

Due to continually deteriorating roadway conditions, The Woodlands Express will SUSPEND SERVICE at 5:30 p.m. today, January 16th. Township officials will continue to monitor conditions through the evening regarding service tomorrow.

January 16, 2018 1:27 PM

The Woodlands Express - Head home early, service could be suspended at any time

The Woodlands Express: All schedules are tentative. Deteriorating road conditions could cause service suspension at any time. You are urged to head home as early as possible.

January 16, 2018 1:10 PM

The Woodlands Express - GWP Sched: 3:45/4:15/4:45/5:15/5:45 to all P&R Lots

The Woodlands Express will run the following schedule from Greenway Plaza: 3:45/4:15/4:45/5:15/5:45 to all P&R Lots.

Service Number: 832-851-3362

January 16, 2018 1:07 PM

The Woodlands Express - TMC Schedule 3:20/3:50/4:20/4:50/5:30 to all P&R Lots

The Woodlands Express will run the following Texas Medical Center Schedule: 3:20/3:50/4:20/4:50/5:30 to all P&R Lots.

Service Number: 832-851-3362

January 16, 2018 1:04 PM

The Woodlands Express - revised DT schedule: 1:10/2:00/2:30/3:00/3:30/4:00/4:30/5:00/5:30 to all P&R

The Woodlands Express will run revised downtown schedule: 1:10/2:00/2:30/3:00/3:30/4:00/4:30/5:00/5:30 to all P&R locations...6:00 p.m. if necessary. Please pass along to fellow passengers. Service Number: 832-851-3362

January 16, 2018 11:01 AM

The Woodlands Express - Early Bus at NOON from Downtown

The Woodlands Express will run an early bus at NOON from downtown. Bus will make all downtown stops and service all P&R lots. Please let your driver know your destination when you board. We will run service as long as road conditions permit.

January 16, 2018 10:53 AM

The Woodlands Express - All Buses from TMC and GWP will service all P&R lots today

All buses departing from Texas Medical Center and Greenway Plaza will service all Park & Ride lots today. Please let your driver know when you board. We will continue service as long as road conditions permit.

January 16, 2018 10:42 AM

The Woodlands Express - EARLY RUN - NOON from Downtown

Attention: The Woodlands Express will run an early bus at NOON from downtown. Bus departs from Louisiana @ St. Joseph's Pkwy and make all downtown stops. Bus will service all P&R lots. Please let your driver know your destination when you board.

January 16, 2018 10:30 AM

The Woodlands Express - Running Friday Schedule Today

The Woodlands Express will be running the Friday schedule today, January 16th. Officials are urging passengers to go home at their earliest opportunity.

December 8, 2017 4:57 AM

The Woodlands Express Will Run Normal Service

The Woodlands Express will run normal service this morning, Friday, December 8th.

December 8, 2017 4:54 AM

The Woodlands Express - Service Advisory

The Woodlands Express will run normal service this morning, Friday, December 8th.