Transportation To and Around Boulder
To Boulder
Boulder is about 30 miles (48 kilometers) northwest of Denver. The closest international airport is Denver International Airport (DIA).
- The RTD AB1 bus picks up and drops off from the Denver Airport Transit Center (under the Westin Hotel, connected to the airport).
- Shared-ride service shuttles pick up and drop off from Jeppesen Terminal Level 5.
- Taxicabs or rideshare cars pick up and drop off from Jeppesen Terminal, Level 5.
- CU Boulder is 45 minutes away from the Denver International Airport (DIA) by car.
- Learn more about renting a car from DIA
- Directions to campus
In and Around Boulder
Buses
CU Boulder employees who have at least a 50% appointment and all students who pay a transit fee will receive access to RTD services with their BuffOne Card. RTD access allows the holder to ride local and regional buses and light rail at no charge. This includes the bus to the Denver International Airport (DIA).
Individuals who do not qualify for the EcoPass or CollegePass can purchase fares and day passes from RTD.
CU Boulder students can take advantage of the intercampus "Buff" buses as well.
E-Bikes
Students can sign up for a free CU Boulder Student Pass, giving access to unlimited e-bike rides for a full year using BCycle. Faculty and staff memberships to BCycle are 50% off. For more information on biking around campus and town, contact the Environmental Center.
E-Scooters
The City of Boulder has electric “Lime” scooters available for rent.
Other options by car:
CU Night Ride: CU NightRide is CU Boulder’s student-operated safe-ride service that allows you to request free, evening transportation to and from any location within Boulder city limits. Whether you need to travel across campus or to a neighborhood off-campus, CU NightRide student drivers can get you there. CU NightRide is available to current CU Boulder students, faculty and staff.