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Denver | Boulder | Aurora metro area’s transit system, servicing 141 bus routes, 8 light rail lines and 4 commuter rail lines. Tweet us Mon-Fri, 6am-6pm MST.

Denver, CO
Joined November 2009
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@RideRTD
RTD
10 months
#DidYouKnow ? CO Governor Jared Polis was the first openly gay man elected governor of a U.S. state and first governor in a same-sex marriage. He's also the first openly gay man and the first U.S. governor in a same-sex marriage to be reelected. #ColoradoProud #PrideMonth
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#WinterStormBessie brought a blanket of snow and ice to the Denver metro area over the past few days. We'd like to recognize all of our Bus & Rail Operations employees for their hard work, day and night, during the storm. Thank you all for keeping our riders moving safely!
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That feeling when you're passing traffic on the rail #RideRTD
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2 years
Thrilled to welcome @SecretaryPete to Denver and express appreciation and gratitude for the Federal government's assistance in helping RTD to make lives better through connections. #GoGreen #StrategicPlan @FTA_DOT @USDOT
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“We will ride!” the Gang of 19 chanted, as they stopped Colfax traffic by lying down in front of buses, 45 years ago on this day. Their protest progressed wheelchair-accessible transit & sparked a nationwide movement prompting the ADA to be signed in 1990.
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@fredwerdsback Better idea - we're suspending fare collection, so how about we refund the April pass and you can use that 💰 to make a direct cash donation to one of those charities? ^va
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4 years
For the safety of employees and passengers, RTD will temporarily suspend fares and institute rear-boarding on buses starting Sunday, April 5.
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4 years
The N Line is here! Hop on board and travel to Denver, Commerce City, Northglenn, or Thornton in 29 minutes or less. We look forward to serving you!
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19 days
Tired of sitting in commuter traffic? Skip the gridlock and take transit instead! #RideRTD
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5 years
We're so excited that the G Line opens this Friday. Here's a sneak peek of our specially wrapped G Line train pulling into Olde Town Arvada Station on a test run.
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4 years
Thank you to all public transportation workers across the country who are helping essential workers get to their destinations. #SoundTheHorn #HeroesHelpingHeroes @APTA_Transit
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4 years
We're excited to announce the selection of Debra Johnson as the finalist for the General Manager & CEO position.
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5 years
ALL ABOARD! The G Line is officially open!
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3 years
Our Operator of the Month for May is Donna White! When she saw a pedestrian that was hit by another vehicle, she swooped in and protected them with her bus until paramedics arrived. Congratulations Donna! Learn more about her here:
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5 years
No foolin’: G Line grand opening set for Friday, April 26.
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10 months
Take a trip on us! No need to purchase tickets for ANY rides this month & next month for #ZeroFare for #BetterAir 🌎♻️ Learn more 👉 #TryTransit #RideRTD
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2 years
RTD and @COSecofState are proud to announce two zero fare days to encourage voter participation in the upcoming election. Take RTD for zero fare on Friday, October 28, and Tuesday, November 8. Use RTD’s new Next Ride trip planner (coming soon) to see how we can get you there!
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@RideRTD
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3 years
Today is a historic day for RTD. Debra A. Johnson joins RTD as the first female CEO and General Manager in our 51-year history. She comes from Long Beach Transit in Long Beach, California where she served as Deputy CEO. Welcome aboard, Debra! Follow her @RTDLadyBoss .
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TODAY begins our #ZeroFare for #BetterAir initiative! You won't need to purchase tickets for ANY rides during the month of August as we aim to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit 🙌 Learn more 👉 #TryTransit #RideRTD
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5 years
Today marks the 25th Anniversary of light rail in Denver today! We'll be out at I-25 & Broadway and 30th & Downing stations where it all started to celebrate with our riders. We hope to see you there!
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5 years
As a reminder, quiet zones go into effect along the University of Colorado A Line tomorrow at 3:15 a.m. within the City and County of Denver! Commuter rail and freight trains will no longer routinely sound their horns when approaching crossings within Denver at that time.
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3 years
Might see some snow this week, bundle up with #bernie @cta Whatcha got @RideMCTS
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10 months
RTD and partners announced the Zero Fare for Better Air initiative today @DenversStation . RTD customers will have zero fare from July 1 - August 31. Visit to learn more about how you can help during Colorado's high ozone season. @GovofCO @COEnergyOffice
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2 years
Pictures like this give us all the feels going into the weekend 🥰 Tag us in your next #RTDAdventure ! 📸: @danielleadrienne Nora has been asking to go on the RTD train since we moved to Colorado 2 years ago. So, here we are. 😂
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@RideRTD
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5 years
We would like to recognize & thank our incredible bus operators of the Flatiron Flyer & LD routes. Their ability to adjust & adapt quickly over the past few days is appreciated by so many. Thank you for continuing to make a positive impact & representing RTD.
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#DidYouKnow 🤔 8 years ago today, the A Line opened! The 23-mile commuter rail line connects Denver Union Station to Denver International Airport at speeds of up to 79 mph, expanding the region’s access. Tell us what you love about the A Line in the comments below!
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@KyleClark @drivingmzstacey @nexton9news @sfmta_muni Trip on the A line to airport is on us ✈️😉
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@RideRTD
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The RTD Board of Directors has approved the fare changes you helped design! Zero Fare for Youth ages 19 and younger arrives this September. All other fare changes roll out in 2024. Learn more about how fares will be more equitable, affordable and simple:
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Congratulations to Jaime Contreras! He's our Operator of the Month for October. Contreras, a 23-year RTD bus operator, has gone 22 consecutive years without an accident. What a feat! Meet Contreras:
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4 years
Our Service and Cleaning crews have been working hard to sanitize every vehicle, every night. Thank you for keeping our vehicles clean, so our region's essential workers can get to work safely. Help flatten the curve and protect essential employees by only taking essential trips.
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2 years
ALL of August 2022, RTD's offering #ZeroFare during Colorado's high ozone season. You won't need to purchase tickets as we aim to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit 🙌 Learn more 👉 #BetterAir #RideRTD
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3 years
Correction: All rail service will be suspended as well as all bus service effective at 7pm. We apologize for the confusion.
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10 months
Don't forget! July and August we're offering #ZeroFare for #BetterAir . Take a trip this weekend on us 🙌
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1 year
#DidYouKnow 🤔 7 years ago today, the A Line opened! The 23-mile commuter rail line connects Union Station to @DenAirport at speeds of up to 79 mph, expanding the region’s access. Any guesses how many customers have traveled?
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5 years
In honor of Labor Day, we would like to recognize our operators and mechanics who keep Denver moving not just today, but every day. Our services will operate on a Sunday/Holiday schedule today.
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3 years
Due to blizzard conditions, all bus and rail operations are operating at significant delays. All travel is discouraged at this time unless it is critical. Please allow extra travel time if you must use transit during this storm. Real time updates are at
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4 years
Happy #TransitDriverAppreciationDay ! Today, and every day, we appreciate our operators for all they do and for providing an essential service to the community.
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4 years
Happy Thanksgiving! Each and every day we are thankful for our dedicated Bus & Rail Operations teams, who are on the front line servicing our region daily. We are grateful to have such a committed team to keep our city moving.
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@RideRTD
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7 years
We at RTD want to express sincere condolences to TSO Scott Von Lanken's family, friends, & loved ones.
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2 years
RTD customers can begin traveling with e-bikes starting November 15! This pertains to battery electric bikes only. Gas-powered vehicles remain prohibited aboard transit vehicles. Read more 👉
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3 years
Due to the blizzard conditions, bus service will be suspended after 7pm tonight. Rail service will continue, but will experience significant delays. Non-essential travel is discouraged. Please use caution and allow extra travel time if you must go out.
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9 months
Preparing for TwitterX? Xitter? #MondayMood #CanWeHaveOurCheckMarkYet
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5 years
The Federal Railroad Administration has granted approval for the G Line testing to move towards public service and to operate under the existing long-term waiver that covers the Univ of CO A Line and B Line. Learn what this means at
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5 years
A line trains near Pena are at a standstill due to a frozen switch near 61st/Pena. Crews are onsite actively working on switch.
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TODAY begins our #ZeroFare for #BetterAir initiative!☁️🌎♻️ No need to purchase tickets for ANY rides during the months of July & August as we aim to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit 🙌 Learn more👉 #TryTransit #RideRTD
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7 years
There goes the first R Line! The line is officially open !
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4 years
Effective today, May 6, masks are required in all public spaces in Denver County, including public transportation vehicles, stops and stations. Please have your mask on before entering an RTD facility or vehicle, and help continue to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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5 years
The inaugural train originating from Wheat Ridge * Ward Station arrived safely at Union Station. Thank You, Operator Gonzalez!
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5 months
Have you noticed something new in our light rail cars? Our maintenance crew is working hard on replacing all of our light rail car seating with new easier to clean, durable vinyl seats. Be on the lookout as we swap out the old seats for new 👉
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The first Black female millionaire in the country, entirely self made, was Madam CJ Walker. An inspiration for entrepreneurs today, She made her fortune developing and marketing a homemade line of hair care products specifically for Black women. #ColoradoProud #BlackWomensHistory
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5 years
We're excited to announce another milestone on the operation of the University of Colorado A Line! Quiet zones will be established in the Denver section starting March 1st. RTD's trains, as well as freight trains, will not routinely use their horns at crossings. @CityofDenver
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Welcome to your #publictransit ERA 👯✨ This weekend, shake-off traffic & consider taking RTD with your fellow #Swifties . We're offering #ZeroFare for #BetterAir all July through August. Take a trip on us👉 #TSwiftCarbonOffset #NoBadBlood @BallArenaDenver
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6 years
Testing of commuter rail trains resumes today along the forthcoming G Line between Union Station and Wheat Ridge. Train horns will be sounding. Please stay alert when in the area of these trains. Details at
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#ZeroFare for #BetterAir is BACK 🙌 From July 1 - August 31, customers will not have to purchase mobile tickets or use fare products as RTD aims to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit during Colorado's high ozone season. #DumpthePump
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9 months
Today, RTD announced the #ZeroFare for Youth program! Sept 1 - Aug 31, 2024, this one-year pilot program is designed to make transportation more equitable for young people, aged 19 & under. Let's empower our youth to make a positive impact on our world!🌍
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4 years
Effective today, all RTD bus and train operators are required to wear a mask or face covering. Please do the same when you are riding.
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4 years
Over the last week, we've ramped up our cleaning and disinfecting efforts in response to #COVID19colorado . Here's what we are doing on our buses to keep our riders safe:
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Lower fares. Simpler choices. More discounts. Zero Fare for youth. All this – and more – en route to you in 2024. Learn more about the new fare structure and programs starting Jan 1, 2024!
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3 years
Congratulations to the 100 light rail vehicle operators who have gone at least one year without an accident, such as Robert Dennis with 21 consecutive years of safe driving.
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24 days
Heading to the game? Skip the traffic and parking hassle—take RTD! Plan your trip in advance and track real-time arrivals with Next Ride. Thank you for choosing RTD to get you to the game! #RockiesOpeningDay #RideRTD
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4 years
Thank you to all of our employees who are continuing to serve our region's essential workers and get them to their destinations safely.
@GoogleDoodles
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Today, we’d like to say: To all public transportation workers, thank you. #GoogleDoodle
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Starting May 6, per Mayor Hancock's public health order, masks will be required in all public spaces in Denver County, including public transportation vehicles, stops & stations. Please have your mask on before entering an RTD facility or vehicle to slow the spread of COVID-19.
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🚲 Free for the first 18 hours! Our new bike lockers at Aurora Metro Center & Iliff stations, funded by @AuroraGov , @DRCOGorg & RTD, are here to make your bike commute on the R Line, H Line or bus routes even more convenient. Pedal on & learn more 👉
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Wrapping up #PrideMonth for 2023, thank you to everyone who participated in all the #DenverMetro events safely and utilized transit in the process. #PrideAllYearLong #NeverStopCaring #StandTogether
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@AbbyCaddabySST , we hope your very first Colorado train ride into Denver Union Station was magical! @SesameWorkshop #ThisIsMyStreet
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3 years
All bus routes & train lines are currently suspended due to poor conditions resulting from the weekend snowstorm. The A line is the only exception, operating on a limited schedule between Union Station & Denver Airport Station. @DENAirport
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7 years
Meet Thor-RTD's first 4-legged Transit Police Officer. See how RTD security officers & Thor are keeping you safe at
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5 years
Drivers in Denver spend nearly 83 hours per year stuck in traffic. If you're commuting through the DTC Area from Lone Tree, the E, F & R Rail Extension can help you avoid that, with service every 6 minutes during rush hour (6-9am & 3-6pm).
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4 years
The N Line officially opens September 21, 2020! Learn More:
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5 years
Nothin' but a G Train. The line officially opens today at 10:00 a.m.!
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5 years
In celebration on the G Line opening, we are excited to announce that this Saturday, 4/27, all rail lines will be FREE all day long! Enjoy your Saturday activities with ease, while we get you there safely. Find your schedule here:
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5 years
We are excited to announce that the grand opening of the E, F, and R line extension will be Friday, May 17, 2019! New light rail service will then provided at three additional stations in Lone Tree. We are grateful to all of our partners who are making this possible.
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Today is General #ElectionDay ! RTD will not be charging fares today to ensure everyone has the ability to cast their ballot. Use our Next Ride trip planner to find your closest drop box or voting center, plan your trip, and hop on board! #Vote
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Here's a #TBT ! Denver's very first light rail opened in October 1994, marking the beginning of more transit options to come. Thank you to all of our riders who have joined us since then - it feels like it was just yesterday! #RTDis50
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While many services will be impacted to make room for the parade, there's still plenty of ways RTD can connect you to the celebration. Use NextRide to plan your trip and check out our disruptions page #bRINGItIn @nuggets @DenversStation
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2 years
In 1975, Boulder County Clerk Clela Rorex issued the first same-sex marriage license in the US after receiving approval from the DA. She went on to issue 5 more same-sex marriage licenses in #Boulder before the Attorney General forced her to stop. #ColoradoProud 📸: @dailycamera
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@RideRTD
RTD
4 years
RTD is offering this service during the COVID-19 state of emergency to provide current Access-a-Ride customers with a food delivery option that does not require leaving home. No fare is required for customers to use this service.
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Battery-powered e-bikes and e-scooters are now permitted on the bike racks on the front of RTD buses, or onboard light rail and commuter rail trains, subject to restrictions. Read the policy and more
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4 years
RTD, as critical infrastructure, will continue to operate as scheduled for essential travel such as trips for groceries, to get necessary healthcare, or to reach an essential job. Don't take unnecessary trips and, as often as possible, keep 6 feet between yourself and others.
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4 years
We'd like to thank our mechanic, Bela Boros, for suggesting that the upholstery shop make face masks. Thanks to Bela's initiative, the team has now made 150 masks and counting!
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2 years
Give St. Louis a case of the Blues and #FindAWay to send them home tonight empty-handed. #GoAvsGo 📷: @avalanche
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4 years
Congratulations to Operator of the Month Will Mercado! Will gave his last mask to a passenger after calmly handling a confrontation by another passenger. We thank him for his humanity and professionalism.
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4 years
Service on the N Line begins on Monday, September 21 at 12pm! Please plan for extra time, as limited number of passengers will be allowed on each train car due to COVID-19 restrictions. We want everyone to have a safe and comfortable first ride on the N Line!
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2 years
Ditch your car today for International #CarFreeDay 🚗 Instead of driving, #TryTransit , walking, cycling or scooting to get around. #GoGreen 🌎
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5 years
We achieved a major milestone this week by reaching 20 million passengers on the University of Colorado A Line. Thank you for riding RTD and helping us reach this goal--we greatly appreciate you!
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4 years
On January 24, a class of our newest light rail operators gathered for a graduation ceremony, celebrating their completion of RTD's 11-week light rail training program. Hear more about the program, and what our operators enjoyed the most.
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How to summon the light rail as a Fremen. #DUNE #MuadDib #HowYouDune
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10 years
We're excited to announce that Union Station is getting its own version of DIA's 'Mustang' sculpture, coming 2016. http://t.co/dAPipvT13y
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Our thoughts are with our friends and colleagues at @VTA as they deal with the tragic events that occurred there today. We extend our condolences to the family and friends of those whose lives were lost in this senseless tragedy. #TransitStandsTogether
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Take a trip on us as part of #ZeroFare for #BetterAir ! During July and August, RTD will offer zero fares across the entire system as we aim to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit ♻️🚌 Learn more 👉 #TryTransit #RideRTD
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RTD
4 years
With the pressing issue of a nation-wide operator shortage, we remain optimistic with our largest light rail operator class yet. Watch the video as Training Manager Rolando Medina provides an overview of the training new operators receive upon being hired.
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RTD
4 years
We are grateful to have a team of hard working operators who demonstrate their commitment each and every day to serving our region. Thank you for all that you do!
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RTD
5 years
We encourage everyone to get to their final destination as soon as possible because service will continue to be impacted as storm continues. Bus and light rail services 5 to 15+ minutes behind schedule. A line trains on 30 min frequency. MallRide & FlexRide services discontinued.
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4 years
@nbminor He's got the correct train of thought. There is definitely a train trainee on that training train being trained by a trainer. ~AN
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3 years
As a reminder, it remains a federal mandate to wear masks on public transit through Sept. 13. RTD requires our customers and operators to wear masks while waiting for a bus/train and on our services. We appreciate you being our partners in safety.
@CDCgov
CDC
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UPDATE: If you are fully vaccinated against #COVID19 , you can resume activities without wearing a mask or staying 6 feet apart, except where required by federal, state, local, tribal or territorial laws, incl. local business and workplace guidance. More:
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ALL of August 2022, RTD's offering #ZeroFare during Colorado's high ozone season. You won't need to purchase tickets as we aim to help reduce ground level ozone by increasing the use of public transit 🙌 Learn more 👉 #BetterAir #RideRTD #GoGreen
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2 years
We found the Lost Ark of the Covenant! 📸: @rosshoekman
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