Regional Transportation Study

Alternative transportation is a common way of life for many Boulder residents.  Using public transportation provides improvement to our air quality, reduced costs to you, reduces gasoline consumption and reduces our carbon footprint.  According to the American Public Transportation Association, public transportation ridership increased nationally by 34% from 1995 to 2012—a growth rate higher than the 17% increase in U.S. population and higher than the 22% growth in the use of the nation’s highways over the same period.  

A $175,000 transit study commissioned in 2011 has recommended increased bus service in Northern Colorado along the Interstate 25, U.S. 34 and U.S. 287.  It determined that some aspects of the transit systems in Larimer County, City of Loveland and Berthoud should be combined to efficiently grow with the 60% population growth predicted by 2035.  Officials will discuss future plans at a series of public meetings.

Boulder RTD currently connects to a variety of these areas, as well as local routes and connections to Denver.  Check out rates, schedules and a transit map to see if public transportation is a solution for you.

Another resource for finding transportation options is Boulder Transportation Connections.  They provide assistance in incorporating alternative transportation for you or your business.