Buses, trains, and ride sharing are all available for use as public transit in Arlington. The transportation system is organised and reliable. It includes every section of the city as well as its surrounding territories. The students' favourite modes of transportation in Arlington are listed below:
1. Bus: Arlington Transit is the city's bus transportation system (ART). Together with Arlington, the ART is active throughout Virginia. The ART is overseen by the county government. The local Metrorail system and the nearby locations are both easily accessible from the ART. Bus prices are also discounted for students.
2. Train: Amtrak is a fantastic railway network that offers train service in Arlington and serves more than 500 locations. DFW Airport, downtown Dallas, and Forth Worth are all served by Trinity Railway Express. You don't have to buy the train ticket right away because you may reserve it in advance.
3. Walking and bicycling: The campus has several walking paths and bike lanes, making it a pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly area. Since it's a quick and environmentally responsible method to travel, many students decide to walk or ride their bikes to class.
4. Carpooling and ride-sharing: Students can easily get a ride when needed thanks to firms like Uber and Lyft. Additionally, students frequently share trips to shared destinations by carpooling with friends or other students.
5. Electric scooters: These are common in Arlington and can be a convenient and enjoyable way to go short distances throughout the city and the university district.