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Fort Worth transit fanatics have a new ride in Granbury to check out
Granbury trolley, shiny and new.
The city of Granbury has new wheels: According to a release, the Granbury Convention & Visitors Bureau will be unrolling two new trolleys which seem certain to become another new attraction for the tourist-friendly town.
The city's green trolleys have become an iconic local favorite, offering complimentary rides to residents and visitors. That's correct: You do not need to be a resident of Granbury to ride. Between the trolley and the open-air tram, more than 12,000 people enjoy a ride each year while exploring Granbury.
The two new trolleys replace the original trolley, which has been retired after years of dedicated service to the community. These two new trolleys, specially-ordered from a company called Specialty Vehicles, although smaller than the original, are designed to maintain the nostalgic look of their predecessor.
And having two instead of one will help the city during special events, says Visit Granbury director Tammy Dooley. You won't get any argument here about having more trolleys. More trolleys is a good thing.
"The addition of a second trolley will allow us to shuttle groups to locations at the same time we are running the regular scheduled route with no disruption in service," Dooley says. "The smaller size allows easier maneuverability through busy streets during festival weekends."
Hot stats
For the trolley folks, here's a list of features and stats about the Model: 2025 Villager trolleys:
- Size: 26 feet long, built on a Ford F53 chassis
- Capacity: 22 passengers
- Engine: Ford V8 gas engine
- Power: 240-amp alternator
- Climate Control: Dual front and rear air conditioning + separate driver’s AC system
- Accessibility: ADA accessible
- Interior: All oak interior with a white beadboard ceiling
- Safety & Convenience: Backup camera, brass railing throughout, window etching, and brass center headlight
- Technology: Bluetooth PA system
- Classic Charm: Brass bell on the roof
Service details
The Granbury Trolley is a complimentary shuttle service operating every weekend to provide convenient transportation for visitors.
The schedule is as follows:
- Fridays: 4-10 pm
- Saturdays: 10 am–10 pm
- Sundays: 11 am–5 pm
Route
The trolley route begins at the Visitors’ Center and includes stops at various hotels and popular locations within Granbury’s historic downtown and Cultural District, offering a hassle-free way to experience the town’s charm.
That includes all of the hotels, plus Granbury Square Plaza, Granbury Doll House Museum, Bridge Street History Çenter Museum, Granbury Historic Railroad Depot, Lake Granbury Conference Center, plus a few local eateries and pubs.
Owned and operated by the City of Granbury, and scheduled through the tourism department, the trolley service enhances the visitor experience by providing easy access to historic sites, accommodations, and special events.
The trolleys also accommodate conferences, association meetings, groups, and other special event services as needed and frequently appear in Granbury parades.
For real-time updates and tracking, visitors can check online.
Where to see them
The trolleys are scheduled to make their first appearance on Friday, February 28 at 9:15 am, during a Friday morning networking event hosted by Visit Granbury, where they'll on display.
City Manager Chris Coffman, who led the acquisition process for the new trolleys, will be joined by other city officials from the Finance, Purchasing, and Maintenance departments to celebrate their arrival.
