Quick Answer: This Forest/Jupiter Station Guide: Parking, Schedule and What's Nearby covers the DART Blue Line stop at 3232 Forest Lane in west Garland. Parking is free, with 563 spaces, and trains run about every 20 minutes on weekdays. Buses on Routes 22, 245 and 247 connect at the curb, and the station sits inside a GoLink on-demand zone.
Coming from Dallas, Forest/Jupiter Station is the first of Garland's two DART rail stops, and it's the closer one for most of west Garland. Crestridge Apartments, serving west-central Garland from West Walnut Street, is a short drive from the platform. Here's what to know before you park, ride or explore.
What Is Forest/Jupiter Station in Garland?
Forest/Jupiter Station is a DART light rail stop on the Blue Line, located on Forest Lane just east of Jupiter Road at 3232 Forest Lane, Garland 75042. It opened in November 2002 alongside Downtown Garland Station. Trains head west toward LBJ/Skillman and downtown Dallas, or east toward Downtown Garland and Rowlett.
People search for it a few ways. Some type Forest Jupiter Station without the slash, others just say Jupiter. Same place.
The design is worth a look while you wait. DART's public art program gave the station plow-shaped fence railings and furrowed paving that nod to the area's farming past, while round concrete columns point to the industrial district that replaced the onion and cantaloupe fields.
Parking and Station Features
As of October 2026, DART lists 563 free parking spaces at the station. Overnight or long-term parking is at the rider's discretion, and DART says it takes no responsibility for vehicles left overnight. So a full day downtown is fine, but a weekend trip is a judgment call.
The platform is a single center platform, built at grade, with the rail crossings over Forest Lane and Jupiter Road raised above traffic. Station amenities include:
- Passenger shelters, windscreens and seating
- Ticket vending machines that take cash or cards
- A Kiss and Ride drop-off and pickup area
- Bike racks and public art
One gap to plan around: DART does not list public restrooms here. Downtown Garland Station, one stop east, does have them.
How Often Do Trains Run on the DART Train Schedule?
Blue Line trains at Forest/Jupiter run about every 20 minutes on weekdays, including peak hours, and about every 30 minutes late at night. DART moved weekday peak service from 15 to 20 minutes on February 2, 2026, then adjusted Blue Line trip times again on September 14, 2026.
Those changes are why printed timetables go stale fast. Before you commit to a tight connection, check the live times on the DART Forest/Jupiter Station page or in the GoPass app. The Blue Line ends at Downtown Rowlett to the east and UNT Dallas to the south, so either direction gets you well past Garland without a transfer.
Stuck on a delay? DART Customer Service answers at 214-979-1111 from 5 a.m. to midnight, seven days a week. You can also sign up for My DART Updates to get service alerts sent to you.
Bus Routes DART Runs From the Station
Five bus bays wrap the station. DART's current bay assignments look like this:
- Route 22 (Forest Lane): east to Downtown Garland Station, west to Forest Lane Station and Addison Transit Center
- Route 245: south to South Garland Transit Center, plus a northbound bay
- Route 247: south to South Garland Transit Center and north to Parker Road Station in Plano
- GoLink: on-demand rides inside the station's service zone
Transfers matter here more than you might think. A 2014 regional on-board survey summarized by the North Central Texas Council of Governments found that 41.5% of riders reached this station by transferring from another transit vehicle, and 29.5% walked.
GoLink fills the gaps between those routes. Instead of a fixed line, a DART vehicle picks you up inside a designated zone and brings you to the station, which helps when your street isn't on a bus route. Zones and hours vary, so confirm coverage before you build a daily commute around it.
Taking Route 22 to Forest Lane Station
Here's a common mix-up. Forest Lane Station is a different stop entirely, on the Red Line in North Dallas. Route 22 runs along Forest Lane and links the two, which makes it a handy cross-town option if you work near Central Expressway and don't want to ride through downtown Dallas.
What's Near Jupiter Station, and How Does It Compare to Downtown Garland Station?
The area right around Jupiter Station is mostly industrial and employment land, not a dining or shopping district. DART names Kraft Heinz Foods, Plastipak Packaging and a PETCO distribution center among nearby destinations, along with the Garland ISD Harris Hill Administration Building at 501 South Jupiter Road.
DART's station page still lists the Walnut Creek Branch Library. That branch has been replaced: the new West Garland Library opened on West Walnut Street in October 2025.
The city has bigger plans for the area too. Garland adopted a Forest-Jupiter Transit-Oriented Redevelopment Plan in May 2013, which flagged the station's large parking lots as a candidate for future transit-oriented development.
If you want restaurants, a theater or a walkable square, ride one stop east. Here's how the two Garland stations stack up:
| Feature | Forest/Jupiter Station | Downtown Garland Station |
|---|---|---|
| Address | 3232 Forest Ln., Garland 75042 | 430 W. Walnut St., Garland 75040 |
| Free parking | 563 spaces | 540 spaces |
| Restrooms | Not listed | Yes, plus a station concierge |
| Bus connections | 22, 245, 247, GoLink | 22, 200, 202, 203, 224, 238, 250, 251 |
| Best for | Park-and-ride commuting from west Garland | Historic downtown, Granville Arts Center and the Plaza Theatre |
Commuting daily? Picture the routine first, then look at Crestridge floor plans with that drive to the platform in mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Which train station in Garland TX is closest to west Garland?
For most of west Garland, Forest/Jupiter Station is the nearest rail stop. It sits on Forest Lane east of Jupiter Road. Downtown Garland Station at Walnut and Fifth streets is the city's other DART rail station, one stop farther east on the Blue Line toward Rowlett.
2. Is parking free at Forest Jupiter Station?
Yes. DART lists 563 free spaces with no fee to park and ride. Overnight or long-term parking is at your own discretion, and DART does not accept responsibility for cars left overnight. If you're leaving a car for several days, a ride to the station is the safer choice.
3. How much does it cost to ride DART from Forest/Jupiter?
Local fares cover buses, light rail and GoLink. Current prices on the DART fares page include:
- 3-Hour Pass: $3
- Day Pass: $6
- Monthly Pass: $126
- Regional Day Pass: $9, cut from $12 on March 1, 2026
4. Can I pay with my phone or a bank card?
Yes. You can buy a mobile ticket in the GoPass app, or tap a GoPass Tap card, a contactless debit or credit card, or a phone wallet at a GoPass Tap reader before boarding. Fare capping means you won't pay more than a Day Pass in one day.
5. Does Forest/Jupiter Station have restrooms?
DART's station page doesn't list public restrooms at Forest/Jupiter. It does list shelters, seating, ticket machines and a Kiss and Ride area. Downtown Garland Station, one stop east, lists restrooms and a station concierge, so plan any longer wait around that stop instead.
Conclusion
Forest/Jupiter is a practical park-and-ride for west Garland, pairing free parking with Blue Line trains and bus links that reach as far as Plano and Addison. For food and a night out, Downtown Garland Station is one stop away. Take the Crestridge photo tour to see the community, and when you're ready, start your application online. Keep this Forest/Jupiter Station Guide: Parking, Schedule and What's Nearby handy for your first ride.
