Denver’s Colfax Avenue BRT Lanes Open for Bus Training
Buses are now operating on the new Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes along Colfax Avenue in Denver for training purposes.
Denver, CO, August 4, 2026 —
Buses have begun operating on the newly constructed Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes along Colfax Avenue in Denver. The current phase involves buses utilizing these dedicated lanes for training purposes.
This operational training is a step towards the full implementation of the BRT system on one of Denver’s busiest corridors. The purpose of the training is to familiarize bus operators with the new routes and infrastructure before the lanes are opened for public service. Further details regarding the timeline for public service commencement were not provided.
The introduction of BRT lanes aims to improve transit efficiency and reliability along Colfax Avenue. This infrastructure is designed to offer faster and more consistent bus service by providing dedicated lanes that bypass general traffic congestion. The specific start date for when the BRT lanes will be open to public transit vehicles, beyond training operations, has not yet been announced.
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