RTD prepared to support Denver Broncos fans attending Aug. 25 game with service and connections
RTD is prepared to support an increase in ridership during the Broncos second preseason game on Sunday, Aug. 25 at Empower Field at Mile High. The stadium’s close proximity to a number of bus stops and rail stations makes public transit a safe and ideal way for football fans to travel to and from 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 departure times from the user’s current location.
Rail Service
Before and after the preseason game, RTD will offer regularly scheduled service on the D, E, H and W lines, which all currently serve Empower Field at Mile High Station, as well as A, B, G and N lines which provide service to Denver Union Station.
Last trains from Empower Field at Mile High Station
D Line: 11:54 p.m.
E Line: 12:00 a.m.
H Line: 11:30 p.m.
W Line: 11:57 p.m.
Last trains from Denver Union Station
A Line: 12:30 a.m.
B Line: 11:09 p.m.
D Line: 11:49 p.m.
E Line: 11:55 p.m.
G Line: 12:01 a.m.
H Line: 11:25 p.m.
N Line: 10:26 p.m.
W Line: 11:52 p.m.
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). Additionally, the 1, 15L, and 16 all serve Decatur•Federal Station.
For customers looking for an easy transfer to the D, E, H or W lines at Denver Union Station, the Flatiron Flyer and bus routes 0, 9, 10, 15, 20 and 32 are all options.
Parking
RTD’s Park-n-Rides are available to support easy and convenient access to reach the game by public transit. A full list of Park-n-Rides in the metro area is available online.
Planned Maintenance
Light rail trains in the Southeast and Southwest corridors will operate under a regular schedule, however the final two southbound trips on the E Line (10:55 p.m. and 11:55 p.m.) on Sunday will be replaced by shuttle buses due to maintenance and temporary speed restrictions in place along isolated segments of the network are causing some delays. Additionally, the Downtown Rail Reconstruction Project has all D and H line trains temporarily rerouted to Denver Union Station.
Helpful Tips
- Plan ahead, be patient and prepare for large crowds, including on platforms, trains and buses.
- Sign up for Service Alerts
- Auraria West Station will be closed 12:30-7 p.m. to account for the large increase in crowds. Please use the nearby Empower Field at Mile High Station
- Check the RTD website before you travel for real-time schedules and plan your trip using the “Broncos” feature
- Download the RTD Transit Watch App to report any personal safety or security issues. The app is available for iOS and Android devices in English and Spanish