RTD lists a $2.75 local 3-Hour Pass, a $5.50 Day Pass, a $10 Airport Day Pass and an $88 monthly pass, with discount fares of $1.35 and $2.70 and an airport fare product required for any trip to or from Denver International Airport. We did not verify transit outside the Denver area, rideshare or taxi prices or parking rates. Fares and rules can change, so confirm with the operators.
Getting around Colorado
How to get from the airport and around Colorado, with verified RTD fares.
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Fares (verified October 19, 2026)
| Item | Fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Local 3-Hour Pass | $2.75 | Discount $1.35 |
| Local Day Pass | $5.50 | Discount $2.70; upgrade to airport for $4.50 |
| Airport Day Pass | $10 | Valid on all bus and rail, including the airport |
| Monthly Pass | $88 | Covers the airport |
Source: RTD. We did not verify rideshare or taxi prices or parking rates.
Choosing how to get around
| Mode | Good for | Limits |
|---|---|---|
| RTD bus and rail | Denver-area trips and the airport | Airport trips need an airport fare |
| Car | Between cities and parks | We verified no driving times or prices |
| Rideshare or taxi | Short trips | We list no prices |
The essentials
Arriving and moving around.
Rent a car or arrange a transfer
Rental companies and shuttles serving the airport.
Frequently asked questions
How much is RTD?
A local 3-Hour Pass is $2.75 and a Day Pass $5.50.
What is the airport fare?
An Airport Day Pass is $10; a Day Pass holder can upgrade for $4.50.
Is there transit outside Denver?
We verified none.
Sources
Facts on this page were read from the sources below on October 19, 2026. Hours, fares, prices and event dates change — confirm with the source before you travel. How we research and update.
- Fares — Regional Transportation District (RTD)
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