Whether you’re heading to the mountains for a weekend getaway or returning home after an adventure, Bustang offers an affordable, comfortable alternative to driving the I-70 Mountain Corridor.
Operated by the Colorado Department of Transportation, Bustang connects communities across the state while giving travelers a chance to relax instead of sitting behind the wheel. In 2025, Bustang provided more than 353,000 passenger trips, a 21 percent increase over 2024. Every traveler who chooses transit helps reduce the number of vehicles on I-70 during busy travel periods, easing congestion and supporting a safer, more efficient mountain corridor.
Bustang offers many of the conveniences travelers want without the stress of navigating mountain roads, sitting in traffic or searching for parking after arriving at their destination.
Why Ride Bustang?
On board, passengers can enjoy:
- Comfortable reclining seats
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power outlets
- Restrooms on most routes
- Luggage storage
- Professional drivers familiar with Colorado’s mountain highways
Instead of watching traffic, passengers can catch up on work, read, stream a favorite show or simply enjoy the scenery.
Bustang can also help travelers avoid parking challenges in popular mountain communities, where spaces may be limited or expensive during weekends, holidays and major events. By leaving the car behind, visitors can arrive without circling for a spot or worrying about where to leave a vehicle overnight.
An Easy Connection Between the Mountains and Denver International Airport
One of Bustang’s best-kept secrets is how easy it is to travel between Colorado’s mountain communities and Denver International Airport.
Travelers from mountain destinations served by the West Line – with service every 15 minutes – or Pegasus, including Idaho Springs, Frisco, Vail, Avon and Glenwood Springs, can ride Bustang to Denver Union Station. From there, passengers can transfer to RTD’s A Line train for direct service to the airport.
The trip works just as easily in reverse. Visitors arriving at Denver International Airport can take the A Line to Union Station and transfer to Bustang for a convenient trip into the mountains, without renting a car or navigating I-70 themselves.
For travelers flying out of Denver, the connection offers a simple alternative to long-term airport parking, rental car fees and asking someone to make a round trip from the mountains.
Booking Your Trip Is Simple
Planning a Bustang trip takes just a few minutes:
- Visit RideBustang.com
- Select your starting location, destination and date of departure on the trip planner
- Review the schedule and purchase a ticket online
- Arrive at the stop a few minutes early
- Store luggage, take a seat and enjoy the ride
You can also purchase tickets and manage your wallet on the JustRide Bustang app (Apple or Google).
Reservations are not required, but tickets should be purchased ahead of time (cash is also accepted onboard with exact fare).
A Growing Transportation Resource
Since launching in 2015, Bustang has grown into an important statewide transportation network, serving residents, visitors, commuters and recreational travelers.
The system is supported by passenger fares and state and federal transportation funding. This investment helps CDOT maintain and expand interregional transit service, connect communities and provide alternatives to driving.
Bustang’s impact extends beyond the passengers on board. Every traveler who chooses transit instead of driving removes a vehicle from the road, which can help reduce congestion, parking demand and vehicle emissions.
On the I-70 Mountain Corridor, where traffic can increase significantly during weekends, holidays and peak recreation periods, those individual choices add up.
Leave the Driving to Someone Else
Whether you’re planning a ski trip, a weekend in the mountains, a business meeting or a flight from Denver International Airport, Bustang offers a comfortable, affordable and convenient way to travel.
Before your next trip along the I-70 Mountain Corridor, consider leaving the keys at home. You can avoid traffic stress and parking hassles while helping keep I-70 moving for everyone.
To review routes, schedules and ticket options, visit RideBustang.com.