Later Phases

Phase 1 of the streetcar will start downtown in the basin.  By avoiding hills and jurisdictional boundaries it will be easier and faster to build.  Once the system is established, extensions are inevitable and will connect Cincinnati to the surrounding neighborhoods.

Connecting the University of Cincinnati is an obvious goal.  With a student population of 35,000 students could ride the streetcar downtown for nightlife, a safe alternative to driving, or live downtown and ride the streetcar to class.  Co-op students working downtown would have easy access to their jobs and avoid having to pay for parking while on a tight budget.

Also in Uptown are numerous hospitals, the Zoo, and the business districts of Coryville, Clifton, and University Heights.  Uptown and Downtown are the two largest employment centers in the region.  Connecting them would be a boon for the city.

To the south is Kentucky. Its dense riverfront neighborhoods, large population, and numerous attractions would be a welcome addition to the streetcar system. 

To the west are Price Hill and other neighborhoods that would greatly benefit from improved access to downtown.

Taking the streetcar east along the river or up to Peeble’s Corner would spark new developments all along the line and provide greater access from the city to Eden Park.

The later phases of the streetcar system will reconnect Cincinnati’s neighborhoods and stimulate development all along the routes.

For more information on streetcar transit, click here to visit the City of Cincinnati's Streetcar Transit FAQS