The Regional Transportation District (RTD)’s Board of Directors approved continuing the Zero Fare for Youth program beyond the agency’s one-year pilot. The program, which enables youth ages 19 and under to use all RTD services at no cost, will now become a permanent fare change for the agency. Youth ages 19 and under just need to present a valid student or government-issued ID. A full list of acceptable ID options can be found on the Zero Fare for Youth webpage.
TOOLS TO HELP YOU RIDE: Use the RTD Next Ride app to view schedules, plan trips, and see vehicle locations in real time. Download the RTD Transit Watch app to report any safety and security concerns to RTD Transit Police
Benefits of Using RTD’s Services
Save Money
- Taking the bus and train saves on car expenses including maintenance, parking, and tolls, which add up quickly. A household can save nearly $10,000 by taking public transportation and living with one less car.
Save Gas
- Taking public transit frees up additional funds in customers’ everyday budgets. Public transportation saves the United States an estimated 6 billion gallons of gas each year!
Gain Independence
- Reduce your dependence on others for transportation, and increase your independence. Public transportation levels the playing field and allows you to continue your studies, visit family and friends, and connect to destinations you want to go!
Relax
- While taking public transit, you can listen to music (with earphones), scroll social media, and just sit back and enjoy!
Increase Flexibility
- Parents and children alike will enjoy the flexibility of our wide network of buses, trains, and special services.
New Opportunities
- Creating an opportunity to ride at no cost eliminates barriers to education and employment.
To learn more about Zero Fare for Youth, visit rtd-denver.com/youth.
