A photo of Broncos fans waiting to board a light rail train at Empower Field at Mile High Stadium
Broncos fans take transit to Empower Field at Mle High Stadium
Service Delivery

RTD provides service and connections to Broncos’ preseason home opener on Friday

Pauline Haberman

Customers encouraged to use bus and rail services to access Empower Field at Mile High

DENVER (Aug. 17, 2026) –– The Regional Transportation District (RTD) expects an increase in ridership during the Broncos’ preseason home opener on Friday, Aug. 21, at Empower Field at Mile High. The stadium’s close proximity to several bus stops and rail stations makes public transit a safe and convenient way for football fans to attend the game.

Broncos fans are encouraged to use the agency’s Next Ride trip planning tool and simply type “Broncos” in the destination field. RTD’s trip planner will show all transit options from a customer’s current location to Empower Field. The “Broncos” navigation feature will list train lines and bus routes, along with future departure times from the user’s current location.

Rail Service
Before and after the game, RTD will offer regularly scheduled service on the C, E, and W lines, which serve Empower Field at Mile High Station, as well as A, B, G, and N lines, which provide service to Denver Union Station.The agency plans to add rail cars to the C, E, W, and N lines to accommodate expected increased ridership.

Check the RTD website or NextRideapp for service times. Customers are encouraged to be patient and prepare for large crowds, especially following the game.

Bus Service
Several local bus routes are available to accommodate customers attending the football game. Bus routes operating in the vicinity of Empower Field at Mile High include Route 30 (South Federal Boulevard) and Route 31 (North Federal Boulevard), as well as Routes 1, 15L, 16, and 31.

Customers looking for an easy transfer to the C, E, or W lines at Denver Union Station can use the Flatiron Flyer and local Routes 0, 9, 10, 15, 20, and 32.

Parking

RTD’s Park-n-Rides provide easy and convenient access to reach the game by public transit. A full list of Park-n-Rides across the metro area is available online.

Helpful Tips

  • Be patient and prepare for large crowds, including on platforms, trains, and buses
  • Sign up for Service Alerts to receive information on detours, delays, and cancellations
  • Skip the line at ticket vending machines – download the RTD MyRide app and purchase a Day Pass online or use RTD’s new Tap-n-Ride contactless payment. Simply tap a Visa or Mastercard credit, debit, prepaid card, or mobile wallet directly on a validator to pay your fare and ride.
  • Check the RTD website before you travel for real-time schedules and to plan your trip
  • For additional route and schedule information, call RTD Customer Care at 303.299.6000. For Spanish, press 1. For all other languages, press 8 and tell the agent which language you speak. Translation support is available in more than 200 languages. Agents are available 6 a.m.-8 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. on Saturdays.
  • Report safety and security concerns 24/7 to RTD Transit Police dispatchers in one of three convenient ways:
Written by Pauline Haberman