University of Denver Parent Guide
DU Student Transportation
The University of Denver is committed to minimizing traffic and pollution in and around campus. DU encourages students use alternate transportation options. To help promote these transportation options, the University established the Transportation Center – a one-stop shop for information about alternatives to driving alone. The transportation Center is located at 2130 S. High Street on the west side of the Evans Ave. Parking Structure., at the garage entrance.
2011-2012 RTD “College Pass” For DU students
RTD Student Passes for undergraduate, graduate and law students enrolled full time are available during regular hours at the Transportation Center, valid until June 2012. Bring your DU ID to pick it up! Law students and graduate students may inquire at DU transolutions for information on alternative pass pickup (by mail) if you are unable to get to campus during working hours.
Getting Around Town
RTD – Regional Transportation District Riding the bus or light rail is a great way to get to work. Instead of dealing with congestion, construction and road rage, try using transit to get to work. Benefited faculty & staff, undergraduate and law students simply need to show their Pioneer ID card with Eco/College Pass sticker as they board the train or bus.Routes that serve the University of Denver:
- 24 - University Blvd. - Every 30 minutes
- 21- Evans Ave, Connects with the Evans Ave. Southwest Line light rail station - Every 15 minutes
To access route schedules and maps, visit RTD. Learn more about transit options in Denver!
Southeast Light Rail stops at campus
The University of Denver light rail station and park-n-Ride opened as part of the Southeast Light Rail Line in November 2006. Trains operate from 5 am until 2 am, with enhanced service during the 6 am to 9 am and 4 pm to 6 pm peak periods. The station is located at the north end of campus on Buchtel Blvd. at High St. across from the Ritchie Center. To access route schedules and maps, visit RTD.
Undergraduate students simply need to have their Pioneer ID card with Eco/College Pass sticker with them when they ride the Light Rail.
DU Shuttle
The DU Shuttle is a transportation service provided to the University community which began September 21, 2009. Operating hours are between 6:00pm and 2:00am. DU Shuttle is a 15-passenger van that circles campus along a fixed route stopping at high-traffic destinations and is available to anyone with a DU Pioneer ID Card during the academic year. A schedule can be found at Parking and Transportation
Taxi Services
If you need a ride somewhere further from campus, several taxi companies operate in the University of Denver area.
- Metro Taxi (303) 333-3333
- Yellow Cab (303) 777-7777
