Regional Transportation District Transit System

The Denver-area Regional Transportation District operates a complex transit system that includes bus and light-rail service from the suburbs to the city center. The development of six light-rail lines has eliminated the need for many bus lines and other special services, including bus service to the airport and sporting events, which helps alleviate congestion on the region’s roadways. During the first quarter of 2008, ridership on light rail increased 7.19% from the same period in 2007, according to APTA.