Tempe Streetcar (streetcar model: Brookville Liberty Modern Streetcar) was open to the public in 2022. This streetcar passes around Arizona State University and the total distance is 3 miles (4.8 km) and fourteen stations. In addition, this streetcar passes by Mill Avenue District (on Mill Avenue), where there are restaurants, retailers, and other small shops.
The frequency of Tempe Streetcar is every 15-20 minutes.
Transfer to Valley Metro Rail
Valley Metro Rail is a light rail line that travels to Downtown Phoenix, Tempe, Mesa, Midtown Phoenix, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport PHX.
There are two transfer stations where patrons can transfer to/from Valley Metro Rail:
- Apache Boulevard & Dorsey Lane Station
- Third Street / Mill Avenue Station
Fares
As 2022, there are no cost to ride the Tempe Streetcar. However, starting 2023, the cost of riding the streetcar will be $1.00 or a valid Valley Metro ticket (Local Day Pass or Rapid Day Pass) or Valley Metro Mobile Ticket App (iPhone/Android).
For more information about Tempe Streetcar, visit their official webpage.
Opinion
I was surprised how crowded was the streetcar. Valley Metro and Tempe picked a good segment. I’ve noticed students, faculties, and staffs of ASU were taking the streetcar. However, starting 2023, I wonder if ridership would drop/increase when Valley Metro starts collecting fares. I think Valley Metro should increase the streetcar every 10 minutes during ASU Fall and Spring semesters. Twenty minutes of wait time is too much because of the heat, synchronous with Valley Metro Rail, and people’s schedule.
Lastly, this streetcar is well connected with Valley Metro Rail. Valley Metro Rail is a light rail service that travels east-west of Phoenix. This train travels to Downtown Phoenix, Mesa, Tempe, and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).
Other Brookville Liberty Modern Streetcars
Dallas Texas has a streetcar that runs from Downtown Dallas Union Station to Oak Cliff (south of Downtown Dallas).
