
Heading to campus this fall? Know the transit options at Auraria

With fall semester beginning next week, students returning to Auraria Campus Aug. 17 should plan for changes to their usual transit routes. RTD is reminding customers that the Colfax at Auraria Station does not have direct light rail service through the first quarter of 2027 due to ongoing construction related to the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project. See all the options.
Catch the latest progress on the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project
RTD's Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project saw another month of milestones in July, including the installation of new drainage systems and embedded track. Watch the latest video update to see how each step is bringing a more modernized and reliable rail network closer to fruition. Learn about the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project here.
RTD launches Community Ambassador Program to help shape future of transit in metro area

RTD is conducting a comprehensive operational analysis – RTD CONNECT, the Comprehensive Operations and Network Needs Evaluation for Community Transit. The program will develop both short- and long-term service plans, creating a road map outlining how best to use available resources to meet the region’s transportation needs. As CONNECT enters the stakeholder and community engagement phase, the program team has introduced the RTD CONNECT Community Ambassador Program, an opportunity for individuals to serve as a vital link between RTD and residents, ensuring every community has a voice in shaping the region’s transit network. Learn more about the program.