In this busy world, we all have places to go and things to do. That's why RTD provides a variety of transportation services to meet the needs of our customers throughout metro Denver - including access-a-Ride service. 
access-a-Ride provides transportation to passengers with disabilities who are unable to use RTD’s regular lift-equipped fixed route bus service and who qualify for certification under the eligibility guidelines established by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990.
Who is eligible for access-a-Ride service?
The access-a-Ride program is open to persons with disabilities in these categories:
- Persons unable to board, ride or exit a wheelchair lift-equipped bus.
- Persons who do not have access to an RTD bus with a wheelchair lift.
- Persons whose disability does not allow them to travel to and from the bus stop.
The certification process requires a functional evaluation and a physician's statement for verification. There is no certification fee.If you qualify for access-a-Ride, you will receive a photo ID card which must be shown to the driver each time you board. You will also receive a User's Guide explaining how the program works, including information on making and confirming reservations, types of service, escorts, trip cancellations, and more.
You can use access-a-Ride to travel within Arapahoe, Adams, Denver, Boulder, Broomfield, Douglas and Jefferson counties as long as the same trip could have been made on the regular RTD fixed-route bus system. Your trip must have a starting and ending point within 3/4 mile of an RTD non-commuter fixed route bus service and you must travel on the same days and during the same hours as the fixed route bus service operates.
- Reservation Service: access-a-Ride reservations can be made up to three (3) days in advance. Make your request as early as possible, since access-a-Ride trips are scheduled on a space-available, shared-ride basis.
- Subscription Service: Recurring trips, same days and times, at least three times per week, you may request access-a-Ride subscription service. This allows you to take regular trips without making and confirming reservations each time. Please note that subscription service is very popular and there may be a waiting list.
- Door-to-Door Service: access-a-Ride offers curb-to-curb service with driver assistance at the vehicle or curb. Special door-to-door assistance may be available upon request.
access-a-Ride operates during the same days and service hours as regular RTD bus service, seven days a week, 365 days a year (where applicable). Our access-a-Ride fares are based on twice the cash fare amount of regular fixed route service.
| Local |
$3.50 |
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| Boulder Local |
$3.50 |
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| Longmont Local |
$3.50 |
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| Express |
$6.00 |
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| Regional |
$8.00 |
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| Denver International Airport |
$22.00 |
Please have exact fare. Drivers do not carry or make change. No personal checks accepted.
How to replace an access-a-Ride Card
Contact Easter Seals of Colorado by phone at 303-202-9143 or fax 303-233-0927 or TTY 303-232-5685 or by mail at:
Easter Seals of Colorado
access-a-Ride Certification
5755 W. Alameda Avenue
Lakewood, CO 80226
There is a $5.00 replacement fee. Please refer to the access-a-Ride User's Guide for additional information.
Our offices are open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. For more information on service in your area, call RTD at 303.299.2960 or TTY 303.299.2980.
Click Here for access-a-Ride User's Guide
- Employment Opportunity with access-a-Ride
- To apply for a access-a-Ride, please call 303.299.2960.