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 picks up and drops off from the (under the Westin Hotel, connected to the airport).
  • pick up and drop off from Jeppesen Terminal Level 5.
  • or cars pick up and drop off from Jeppesen Terminal, Level 5.
  • Ƶ Boulder is 45 minutes away from the Denver International Airport (DIA) by car.
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In and Around Boulder

Buses

Ƶ 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  International Airport.

Individuals who do not qualify for the EcoPass or CollegePass can from RTD.

Ƶ Boulder students can take advantage of the intercampus "Buff" buses as well.

E-Bikes

Students can sign up for a free Ƶ Boulder Student Pass, giving access to unlimited e-bike rides for a full year using . 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:

Ƶ Night Ride: Ƶ NightRide is Ƶ 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, Ƶ NightRide student drivers can get you there. Ƶ NightRide is available to current Ƶ Boulder students, faculty and staff.

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