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How to get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

From Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO by bus and train

To get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the 169 bus from Tower Rd & Smith Rd station to 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G 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 26 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from Tower Rd & Smith Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

86min$5.25
Bus - 169169
Train - A
Bus - 77
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from Tower Rd & Smith Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Tower Rd & Smith Rd
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    40th & Airport Stn Via Buckley Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G
    ID 26160
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    40th / Airport - Gateway Park Station
    ID 33740
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - A
    Wait for train
    A
    Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    38th / Blake Station
    ID 34684
    18 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

Alternative route from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO by bus and train via 169, A and N

To get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 169 bus from Tower Rd & Smith Rd station to 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A train and finally take the N train from Union Station station to Original Thornton / 88th Ave Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from Tower Rd & Smith Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

97min$5.25
Bus - 169169
Train - A
Train - N
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from Tower Rd & Smith Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Tower Rd & Smith Rd
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    40th & Airport Stn Via Buckley Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G
    ID 26160
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    40th / Airport - Gateway Park Station
    ID 33740
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - A
    Wait for train
    A
    Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 34782/34667
    24 min
  • 7
    Train - N
    Wait for train
    N
    124th - Eastlake
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Original Thornton / 88th Ave Station
    ID 35364
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    1.63 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO

The distance between Tower Rd & Smith Rd and Thornton, CO is approximately 20.42 mi, which can typically be travelled in 86 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tower Rd & Smith Rd 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 Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO

To check the bus and train schedule from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tower Rd & Smith Rd) 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.

Alternative route from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO by bus and train via 169, A and N

To get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 169 bus from Tower Rd & Smith Rd station to 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the A train and finally take the N train from Union Station station to Original Thornton / 88th Ave Station station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 37 min. The ride fare is $5.25. The bus and train schedule from Tower Rd & Smith Rd may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

97min$5.25
Bus - 169169
Train - A
Train - N
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from Tower Rd & Smith Rd

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Tower Rd & Smith Rd
  • 2
    Bus - 169169
    Wait for bus
    169
    40th & Airport Stn Via Buckley Rd
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G
    ID 26160
    8 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    40th / Airport - Gateway Park Station
    ID 33740
    120 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - A
    Wait for train
    A
    Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Union Station
    ID 34782/34667
    24 min
  • 7
    Train - N
    Wait for train
    N
    124th - Eastlake
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Original Thornton / 88th Ave Station
    ID 35364
    19 min
  • 9
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    1.63 mi • 34 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO?

    The fastest way takes 86 minutes, using Bus line 169, Train line A, Bus line 7.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO?

    The alternative route takes 97 minutes, using Bus line 169, Train line A, Train line N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tower Rd & Smith Rd 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 26 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO?

    The 169 bus line goes from 40th & Airport Stn Via Buckley Rd station near Tower Rd & Smith Rd in Aurora to 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G station near Thornton, CO.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Tower Rd & Smith Rd and Thornton, CO by bus and train is about 1 hr 26 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tower Rd & Smith Rd to get to Thornton, CO?

    Get on the 169 bus from the 40th & Airport Stn Via Buckley Rd stop near Tower Rd & Smith Rd in Aurora.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tower Rd & Smith Rd and Thornton, CO?

    Get off the bus at the 40th Ave & Airport Blvd-Gateway Park Stn Gate G stop, which is closest to Thornton, CO.

  • How much is the total bus and train fare from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO?

    The ride from Tower Rd & Smith Rd to Thornton, CO costs $5.25.