Take public transportation
Leave the car at home, avoid sitting in traffic, and take the bus or train to work, to run errands, or attend events and appointments. Compared with driving alone, taking public transportation cuts carbon dioxide emissions almost in half, decreasing pollutants in the atmosphere and improving air quality!
The Colorado Front Range has multiple public transit choices.
Find the right one for you!
RTD (the Regional Transportation District) covers the greater Denver metro area, and includes buses, light-rail, and a commuter line. RTD’s Zero Fare for Youth program invites riders ages 19 and under to use RTD at no cost!
Transfort is a free public transit option that services Fort Collins in Larimer County. Transfort offers FLEX, a route that connects riders with stops between Fort Collins, Loveland, Berthoud, Longmont, and Boulder, providing a convenient way to travel throughout the region.
Greeley-Evans Transit (GET) is a public transportation system that covers the areas in and around Greeley and Evans in Weld County.
Berthoud Area Transportation Service (BATS) is a public transportation service that covers the Berthoud area in northern Colorado, offering door-to-door service on weekdays.
City of Loveland Transportation (COLT) is a limited transit option that serves Loveland, and connects with FLEX, Northern Colorado’s premier regional bus route, operated by Transfort.
CDOT’s Bustang can get into the mountains and back in the summer without a car! You can even bring your bike, skateboard, or scooter with you. Rocky Mountain National Park, Fort Collins, Steamboat Springs, Telluride, Durango, Crested Butte, Breckenridge, and more are all just a stress-free bus ride away. Fares work differently than other transit options in the Front Range, so be sure to check out costs, routes, and schedules on their website. Discounts available for children, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Know when it matters most
When it comes to taking actions to improve air quality, some days are more important than others! Sign up for summer ozone alerts to know when it matters most to take simple steps for better air in your community. Our timely text and email alerts can also help you protect your health.
