RTD Launches New SkyRide Service to DIA, Initiates Colfax BRT
RTD has launched a new SkyRide service to Denver International Airport and initiated some Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service along Colfax Avenue.
Denver, CO, September 17, 2026 —
The Regional Transportation District (RTD) has introduced a new transportation option for travelers heading to Denver International Airport (DIA) with the launch of its latest SkyRide service. Additionally, RTD has begun implementing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service along a portion of Colfax Avenue.
The new SkyRide service aims to provide a direct and potentially more efficient transit route for passengers traveling to and from Denver International Airport. Details regarding the specific routes, frequency, and expected travel times for the new SkyRide service were not provided in the initial announcement. This expansion of RTD’s airport transit offerings comes as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance connectivity and accessibility for travelers using public transportation to reach the airport.
Concurrently, RTD has initiated ‘some’ Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) service along Colfax Avenue. BRT systems are designed to offer rail-like service on bus routes, often incorporating features such as dedicated lanes, enhanced station facilities, and priority signaling to improve speed and reliability. The extent of the implemented BRT service, including the specific segments of Colfax Avenue covered and the operational details, was not elaborated upon in the summary. The introduction of BRT signifies a move to upgrade transit corridors with higher capacity and improved performance characteristics, potentially affecting commuters and residents along the affected routes.
Further details regarding the operational scope, specific route alignments, station stops, and schedules for both the new SkyRide service and the Colfax Avenue BRT initiative are anticipated as the services become more established. RTD’s strategic development of these transit enhancements is part of a broader objective to expand public transportation networks and improve mobility across the Denver metropolitan area.
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