How to get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

From 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus and train

To get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 20 bus from 17th Ave & Esplanade station to Union Station Bus Gates station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A train and finally take the 7 bus from 38th / Blake Station station to Eppinger Blvd & Washington St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from 17th Ave & Esplanade may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

80min$5.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2020
Train - A
Bus - 77
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from 17th Ave & Esplanade

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    17th Ave & Esplanade
    ID 10285
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station Bus Gates
    ID 33727
    18 min
  • 4
    Train - A
    Wait for train
    A
    Denver Airport
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    38th / Blake Station
    ID 34684
    4 min
  • 6
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Northglenn & 112th Station
  • 7
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eppinger Blvd & Washington St
    ID 21551
    24 min
  • 8
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus

To get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 20 bus from 17th Ave & Esplanade station to 18th Ave & Downing St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 12 bus and finally take the 7 bus from 38th / Blake Station station to Eppinger Blvd & Washington St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from 17th Ave & Esplanade may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

80min$5.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2020
Bus - 1212
Bus - 77
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from 17th Ave & Esplanade

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    17th Ave & Esplanade
    ID 10285
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    18th Ave & Downing St
    ID 10336
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downing St & 18th Ave
    ID 13370
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    38th & Blake Station Via Downing St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    38th / Blake Station
    ID 34684
    12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Northglenn & 112th Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eppinger Blvd & Washington St
    ID 21551
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO

The distance between 17th Ave & Esplanade and Thornton, CO is approximately 12.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 80 min. Moovit will show you the directions from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Thornton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO

To check the bus and train schedule from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (17th Ave & Esplanade) and destination (Thornton, CO), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus

To get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 20 bus from 17th Ave & Esplanade station to 18th Ave & Downing St station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 12 bus and finally take the 7 bus from 38th / Blake Station station to Eppinger Blvd & Washington St station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from 17th Ave & Esplanade may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

80min$5.25
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2020
Bus - 1212
Bus - 77
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from 17th Ave & Esplanade

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    17th Ave & Esplanade
    ID 10285
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2020
    Wait for bus
    20
    Union Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    18th Ave & Downing St
    ID 10336
    6 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Downing St & 18th Ave
    ID 13370
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 1212
    Wait for bus
    12
    38th & Blake Station Via Downing St
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    38th / Blake Station
    ID 34684
    12 min
  • 7
    Bus - 77
    Wait for bus
    7
    Northglenn & 112th Station
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Eppinger Blvd & Washington St
    ID 21551
    24 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    0.71 mi • 15 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO?

    The fastest way takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 20, Train line A, Bus line 7.

  • What is the alternative route to get from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Bus line 20, Bus line 12, Bus line 7.

  • Is there a direct bus between 17th Ave & Esplanade and Thornton, CO?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 20 min.

  • Which bus line goes from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO?

    The 20 bus line goes from 17th Ave & Esplanade station near 17th Ave & Esplanade in Denver to Union Station station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Union Station station near Thornton, CO.

  • How long does it take to travel from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

    The total travel time between 17th Ave & Esplanade and Thornton, CO by bus and train is about 1 hr 20 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near 17th Ave & Esplanade to get to Thornton, CO?

    Get on the 20 bus from the 17th Ave & Esplanade stop near 17th Ave & Esplanade in Denver.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between 17th Ave & Esplanade and Thornton, CO?

    Get off the bus at the Union Station stop, which is closest to Thornton, CO.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO?

    The ride from 17th Ave & Esplanade to Thornton, CO costs $5.25.

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