Northfield has partnered with Northeast Transportations Connections to support sustainability in our neighborhood by promoting alternative transportation and connectivity. With the I-70 construction project underway, we want to make it as easy as possible for you to get information, stay connected, and learn more about alternative transportation methods you can use to get to Northfield, including; eTuk, walking trails, biking trails, bus routes, or the use of Lyft from Central Park Station. For additional information please visit netransportation.org
eTuk –New this summer. Details and schedule TBD. Check back soon for more information.
A-Line at Central Park Station – Enjoy all we have to offer. Easy access, with plenty of free parking and minutes from the a-line Light Rail Station (walking, biking, riding the bus or using Lyft), Northfield is located just off of I-70 and Central Park Boulevard. You’ll find that there’s always something going on at The Shops at Northfield. Here’s how to get here from Central Park Station:
Walking and Biking –
Research has shown that the benefits of walking and moderate physical activity for at least 30 minutes has tremendous health benefits, such as reduced blood pressure, reduced risk of osteoporosis, and even reduced risk of cancer! Get your 30 minutes in easily by walking to or from Northfield and reap the many benefits that walking can provide! Simply start at Central Park Station, take Ulster Street south, left on 36th Avenue, left on Central Park Boulevard, then jump on the walking path just north of I-70 to Northfield!
Biking provides many benefits, including reduction to carbon footprint, improvement of health, and less costly than driving! Did you know you can take your bike on the train? Simply take bike route D19 from Central Park Station to Northfield. Northfield offers bike racks!
Bus Routes –
Public transportation in the United States is a critical part of the solution to the nation’s economic, energy, and environmental challenges. Every segment of American society benefits from public transportation!
ROUTE 88
From Central Park Station, take bus route 88 to the front of the Starbucks at the intersection of Uinta and Northfield Blvd.
Check bus schedule here!
ROUTE 62
Using Route 62, the closest stop is at Central Park Boulevard and 46th Avenue.
This route now serves Northfield High School, Commerce City and offers another connection for area residents at RTDs Central Park (Rail) Station. The bus service runs every 30 minutes Monday - Friday between 6am and 6pm and on Saturdays hourly between 7am and 6pm. RTD will also add service on certain dates to coincide with events at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. The one-way cash fare is $2.60 ($1.30 for eligible students/seniors/riders with disabilities). Full details can be found on the Route #62 timetable at www.rtd-denver.com.
Lyft
The Lyft app matches you with local drivers at the tap of a button. Just request and go.
How do I Lyft?
1. Download: the Lyft App onto your smartphone
2. Sign Up: Fill out the form
3. Request: whether you’re riding solo or with friends, you’ve got options. Tap to request Lyft, Lyft Line, or Lyft Plus.
4. Ride: Get picked up by the best. Lyft’s reliable drivers will get you where you need to go.
Northfield – 8340 Northfield Blvd., Denver, CO 80238
5. Pay: When the ride ends, just pay and rate your driver
I-70 Construction
In partnership with the Colorado Department of Transportation, Northeast Transportation Connections (NETC) is offering transportation programs and services to help the neighborhoods and businesses that will be affected by the Central 70 Project.
Click here for updates, including information on free programs for neighborhoods, free programs for businesses, and to learn more about the Central 70 project.
