ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION IS A GREAT ALTERNATIVE
For many people, walking, biking and taking public transit are viable alternatives to driving. Choosing one of these options, even some of the time, can help to reduce traffic congestion, air pollution, energy consumption and your impact on the environment. Bicycling and walking provide many additional benefits such as improved health and less stress. In addition, walking is free, bicycles are affordable and inexpensive to maintain, and riding a bicycle or walking is a lot more fun than sitting in traffic on a congested roadway.
Scroll down or select from the list below to learn more.
I Want to Walk More
Walking is a great choice. It isn’t just good for the environment; it’s good for you. You can get exercise, reduce stress, and cut traffic, air pollution and energy consumption by choosing to walk rather than drive, whatever your destination.
If your destination isn’t within walking distance, consider using a combination of walking and public transportation to maximize health benefits, convenience and energy conservation.
For more information:
Visit the Colorado Department of Transportation Bicycle and Pedestrian Program.
Visit Google Maps and select walking or by public transit from the “Get Directions” drop-down menu to get directions, distances, transit schedules and more.
I Want to Bike More
Biking makes sense. Like walking, it offers the health benefits of exercise and reduces air pollution, carbon emissions and fuel costs. And Colorado’s great weather, plentiful trails and bike routes, and bike-friendly attitude make it a great place to choose biking over driving a car. Though bikes do cost some money to own and maintain, costs are quickly offset by savings on gasoline, wear and tear, and parking fees for your car.
If you decide to try biking to work, let your employer know. Your company may offer incentives to those who choose alternative transportation—or have accommodations in place so you can store your bike, change clothes, shower or otherwise make your bike commute go smoothly. They may even offer a “Bike Buddies” program for those who wish to commute by bike with coworkers.
If your destination isn’t within biking distance or if you prefer to bike just one way, remember that buses and light rail are equipped to accommodate bikes.
For more information:
Visit the Colorado Department of Transportation Bicycle and Pedestrian Program.
Explore bike and walking tours in the Denver area.
Learn about the benefits of biking and Denver’s new citywide bike sharing program, Denver B-Cycle.
Use the Energy Action Planner to find out how employees who bike to work can earn a tax incentive of up to $20 per month.
Get biking directions on Google Maps.
Get a list of community bicycle maps you can use when planning your route.
Find inexpensive bikes for sale through the City and County of Denver’s Bicycle Auction.
I Want to Take Public Transit
Public transportation is a fast, easy and environmentally friendly way to get where you need to go. Many Colorado communities offer excellent public transit options, the largest of which is the Denver Metro area’s Regional Transportation District, whose system serves more than 10,000 stops in the Denver Metro area. Use the links below to find information about your local public transportation options.
For more information:
Get a list of Colorado transit systems through The American Public Transportation Association.
Learn more about CDOT’s Commuter Choices Program.
Explore existing bus and light rail routes, schedules and fares; and get familiar with park-n-Ride and bike-n-Ride procedures and locations.
