Free RTD EcoPass for Employees

Benefits

Overview

As a University of Denver staff member, you receive free access to all RTD buses and trains, including the A Line to Denver Airport, through your RTD EcoPass! Whether you’re commuting to campus or exploring the city, your EcoPass makes transportation across Denver and beyond easy, sustainable, and free.

Follow these steps to register your EcoPass:

  1. Download the RTD MyRide app on your smartphone.
  2. Register for an account using your University of Denver email address.
  3. Set up a MyRide Barcode by clicking on the MyRide homepage, Your Activities Tokens section, and enter a barcode name such as “DU EcoPass.”
  4. Look for the Green EcoPass bar in your app on the home page under the barcode.
  5. Select “I’ll add funds later.”

Once registered, the DU program administrator will link your EcoPass to your account. You’ll receive two emails from noreply@justride.com. One is to confirm your account, and another will come when your EcoPass is activated (this second email may be delayed by 24 hours). After that, just tap to ride anywhere RTD goes!

The University encourages staff to access their EcoPasses digitally via the MyRide app. If you cannot access the MyRide App, contact benefits@du.edu and we can assist you with obtaining a MyRide Card.

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How to Ride

To ride RTD with an EcoPass, simply open your RTD MyRide app, and scan your barcode on the homepage of your app at the validator on the bus or at the light rail platform. And don’t forget, you can use your EcoPass for unlimited rides on all RTD buses and light rail, for free.

If you need support planning your trip or finding transit schedules, you can access real-time rail and bus information on RTD’s website or the MyRide App to support your journey. We also recommend using Google Maps, Apple Maps, the Transit App, or other applications on your smartphone to help you plan your transit ride

Link to RTD Website

rtd stop at DU

Your Commute Made Easy

Skip traffic and parking costs and have fun by taking RTD to the University of Denver Station for your commute to work! Bus and light rail routes near campus include:

  • Light Rail Routes: The University of Denver Station is a stop along the E Line and the H Line
  • Bus Route 21 (Evans Ave): East-West
  • Bus Route 24 (University Blvd): North-South

Once you arrive via RTD, catch a ride on the University of Denver Campus Shuttle! DU’s campus shuttle runs throughout the day along a set route and is available on demand through the app. Download and use the TripShot App to access the ETA of the bus, set up your pick-up and destination stop, and book your ride on the shuttle on-demand to take you to destinations both on and off campus.

Need help planning your trip? Contact DU Parking & Mobility Services or Transportation Solutions, DU’s nonprofit partner for sustainable transportation. Contact information is at the bottom of this page.

Click links below for more information:

University of Denver Campus Shuttle

Campus Shuttle & Tripshot App

Where Else Can Your EcoPass Take You?

Your EcoPass is perfect for commuting to the University of Denver for work. But did you know your EcoPass isn’t just for your commute to the University of Denver? It gives you unlimited access to RTD buses and light rail, making it easy to explore the city, run errands, visit museums-- all at no extra cost. Whether you're heading to the mountains for the weekend, getting coffee with a friend, or going to an appointment, your EcoPass has you covered.

Here are some fun ways you can use your EcoPass across the city and beyond.

  • Catch a Broncos or Avalanche Game – No parking stress, just hop on RTD!
  • See a Concert – Get to Mission Ballroom, Fillmore, and more with ease.
  • Head to Denver Airport – Your EcoPass covers airport trips, making travel a breeze.

Need Assistance?

Please reach out to us with any questions!

DU Parking & Mobility Services

EcoPass Support

Transportation Solutions

Interested in learning about other transportation options and resources, like bike maps, mountain access by train or shuttle, and car sharing? Visit this list of resources from our partner, Transportation Solutions, specifically geared toward University of Denver employees, students, faculty, and staff.

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DU Benefits & Wellbeing