I use the Golden Call-N-Ride on days when the weather does not permit me to ride my roadbike to…read moreschool. I LOVE the new morning bus driver (much better than last semester). He's energetic and peppy in the morning, which makes for a very enjoyable ride to school. The Golden Call-N-Ride is an extention of RTD public transit services. They have a scheduled route, a flex route (runs at certain time intervals), and a call-in service. You must call and reserve a pick-up at least 2 hours in advance. While I have not used the call-in service, I have called to ask them to stop on a flex route stop outside of their flex route hours. The "Golden green bus" is incredibly convenient as it stops at the Colorado School of Mines and the JeffCo Light Rail Station. As a CSM student, I get a discounted bus pass every year which makes for easy commuting. I am very excited that RTD expanded their service out to Golden. I'd like to see light rail service to the airport next (crossing my fingers that it was connect with the W-line with only one transfer!).

I used the service in the past and never had a problem; however, RTD has recently contracted with a…read morenew provider called Via: https://viacolorado.org/. In recent weeks, there have been a number of problems, including a 55 minute wait to be picked up one afternoon, a bus that never showed on another afternoon, drivers who have not been trained (to the extent that they don't know the routes or, at times, even how to use their onboard computer/GPS system), and a missed connection at light rail on one morning. As I say, all of these incidents have taken place within recent weeks, and I never had trouble with the previous contractor. I do not fault the drivers. With one exception, the new drivers have all been pleasant, and I don't mind providing directions as needed. I am absolutely dependent on the service and I really need it to work as it used to work. A complaint has also been submitted to RTD directly: 300-299-6000.

I've had a great run with the RTD system since I moved here over 5 years ago…read more With the new locked bike room at the station they make it even easier than ever to leave take a quick ride over, lock your bike up in a more secure area than before (out in the open) and hop on for a ride. Don't want to leave your beloved bike behind? Affix it to the outside/front of the bus. The contraption looks quite complicated but with a little help or experimentation you're sure to get the hang of it pretty quickly. Some of the most convenient rides I've been most thankful for are to Nederland for Frozen Dead Guy Days (FDGD). Nothing beats relaxing on the bus ride up & back, particularly when the roads are a mess from the snow (that happened my first year to FDGD). Who wants to mess with the parking and risking harm to others if you opt to imbibe at this annual event? The seats are comfy and adjustable. Most rides to Denver (FF1) that I've taken have allowed me my own set of seats with room to stretch out and read or just relax. The drivers are often friendly and happy to strike up a chat (it's been a habit of mine since grade school to befriend the bus drivers). There's a help/police desk inside the station aside from the purchase window (where you can buy passes etc.) These gents were so kind helping me navigate the multipack vending machine inside the station. To note there is also an electronic vending machine just outside the doors to the station (behind the benches) for day passes etc. both this machine as well as the indoor vending machine take credit cards. If you have a few days before your travels you can also purchase many passes online and they will mail them out to you. Discount passes are also available. Check out the RTD website for more info. The bathroom is typically clean and great for a quick stop before the bus ride (as I haven't been on any buses with toilets). Overall convenient, eco friendly, relaxing, and affordable way to travel from Boulder to DIA/Denver I've experienced. The main improvement I'd like to see is outlets in the bus to charge phone/iPad etc.

I typically don't leave negative reviews, but not having a working rest room or acess to the porta…read morepottys is pretty ubsurd. Not to mention there was not a single establishment in the surrounding area that would allow access to their restrooms either. High key not ok.

I am actually surprised how good the light rail is here in Denver. Very clean cars and plenty of…read moresecurity present. There was zero homeless on the train or property. I felt really safe. The only negative is that all the stops were outside and had no heaters like other cold climes stations would have.

From reading the reviews here, Denverites are obviously spoiled by their dependable and extensive…read morepublic transportation. The light rail here, providing transportation connecting the airport to the downtown area and beyond, served us well during our visit. Clean, convenient, fairly inexpensive (with monthly passes available for locals), and punctual- I'm sure there are some delays and inconsistencies but in 5 days and a snow storm, our schedule was kept just fine despite my planning for the worst case scenario. We also used the local bus system during our visit, and that was pretty reliable too!

One of the easiest and cleanest trains I've taken between New York & LA! Trains run on time and the…read morepeople and super friendly. Always fun to strike up a convo with your fellow rider!

Mixed feelings. I am glad to have the light rail. It is modern, efficient, etc. However, $5 for…read morea one-way trip from Lone Tree to downtown Denver is nuts. This means you are looking at $10 per person for a round trip. This might make economic sense for 1 person, but if you are a group of 4 or 5 people going out for the evening, you could drive downtown, pay for gas and $10 for parking, and still come out $20 to $30 ahead. Also, you would get downtown faster, not spend as much time cooling your heels at the station (or have to change trains on the weekend), and probably wind up much closer to your intended destination. It is neither convenient nor cost effective for many people.

Buy a ticket at the machine and take the train so you can enjoy the views of mountains!! Safely…read moreride from downtown or from Golden CO to downtown this is convenient and a must try at least once... but I bet you will get hooked! Save time, save money and ride the train from the airport to Golden CO! It's easy, it's cheap and if you are 65 there is even a discount. Park at the Jeffco line because it's free and a safe place to leave your ride and not have a hassle fighting for a space downtown. The government building is right next door to the West line so no worries about your car. The train is clean and you don't have to stress the traffic.

Free parking two miles from my house and a $4 ride to a Rockies game? Yup!!…read more PLENTY of free parking here in the covered garage. There are two ticket machines; one takes cash and card and the other is card only. So many reasons to ride the light rail! Avoid busy traffic, avoid parking hassles and fees, see some cool sights, have a few drinks downtown without worrying about a DD, and support public transportation!! People watching is never disappointing either. Usually takes us about 40-45 minutes to get to Union Station. My only complaint about all of these stations is they need more ticket machines. This one isn't as much of a problem as Union Station or Pepsi Center where we have waited 45 minutes after an event to get our tickets. But we have missed a train a time or two here because we are waiting in line. Yay for public transportation!!

Never on time with how much it takes they should be more on time with how the schedule for the bus…read morecoming on in and making other concessions to there other bus ride into work

Here I go again with my public transport. Back in the Bay Area, for almost five years, I used VTA…read moreLight Rail for my daily commute. So I have the firsthand experience regarding public transit. Today is my first ride. I rated it as four stars, based on the following highlights (no particular order): + Ample outdoor parking that's CHEAP + Parking pay station collocated with ride ticket vending machine + Rides are cheap...no comparison needed + Train cleanliness appears to be of importance + Timely departure and arrival + Airport service via transfer at Union station - NO restrooms at this particular station, or I missed them Overall great way to travel locally and especially to a Broncos game, like I am tonight.

Denver was awash in various independent railroads before consolidation into four major carriers by…read more1880 with freight and passenger depots scattered all over town and a giant traffic jam of horse carts ferrying people, luggage, and freight back and forth. The big four finally wised up, created a consortium, and built the first Union Station in 1881. The original building only lasted until 1894 when an electrical fire destroyed the central hall and 180-foot clock tower. The stone wings survived and a Romanesque central hall was quickly rebuilt. This was demolished and replaced with today's Beaux-Arts Great Hall in 1914. The station was close to abandoned in the 1990s as train travel declined with only two Amtrak trains per day. A massive redevelopment in 2014 converted the station to a multi-modal transit hub including an underground bus terminal for RTD and Greyhound, light and heavy rail, Amtrak, and the 16th Street FreeRide. The Great Hall has been completely restored and now boasts multiple boutique shops, restaurants, bars, and the elegant Crawford Hotel, built into the upper floors. The outdoor Wynkoop Plaza has seating for several restaurants plus a splash pad with computer-programmed water jets that gets lots of attention on hot days. Following the plaza out of the rear (north) side of the building leads to the tracks for heavy rail (Amtrak, the A-line to the airport, and the B-, G-, and N-lines). Continuing to the north is Lightrail Plaza with the RTD C, D, E, L, R, and W routes. The terminus for the 16th Street FreeRide is tucked behind this. The redevelopment of Union Station has been an enormous success. The multi-modal system works great. The bars, shops, and restaurants have been very popular and the Great Hall is comfortable and stunning. This is one of my favorite spots in Denver.

Such a gorgeous train station! There's a bar, multiple restaurants, shops, places to sit, relax…read more Unfortunately I didn't get to enjoy too much because I went after everything was closed. However we were able to walk around and enjoy the architecture. Downside is parking. There's street paid metered parking, but know it can get super packed on any given day. Really pretty place to take pictures too. I think there's a hotel inside as well :)

RTD means Really Terrible Delays. How can any one meet their appointment commitments with delays…read moreof indeterminate time?

A convenient train inside the airport. It connects all the terminals. RTD SkyRide is a quick trip…read morebetween these. Goes fast. This is a nice way of getting around there. Connects the terminals in Denver International Airport. It has three terminals it stops at. These can only be reached by taking this. It only takes a few seconds getting between each. The best part is that it's free. It can often get crowded. It's okay just waiting for the next one. These come every few minutes it seems.