How to get from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

From Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO by bus and train

To get from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the ROUNDABOUT bus from Theobald Park Empire station to Idaho Springs station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the PEGASUS bus 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 4 hr 2 min. The bus and train schedule from Empire (Eastbound) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

242min
Walk to bus station
Bus - ROUNDABOUTROUNDABOUT
Bus - PEGASUSPEGASUS
Train - N
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from Theobald Park Empire

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Theobald Park Empire
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - ROUNDABOUTROUNDABOUT
    Wait for bus
    ROUNDABOUT
    Park And Ride Idaho Springs (Rec Center)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Idaho Springs
    ID 35144
    20 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Idaho Springs
    ID 35144
    20 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - PEGASUSPEGASUS
    Wait for bus
    PEGASUS
    Denver Union Station
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Wewatta St & 17th St
    ID 34385
    55 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Union Station
    ID 34782/34667
    10 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Train - N
    Wait for train
    N
    124th - Eastlake
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Original Thornton / 88th Ave Station
    ID 35364
    19 min
  • 10
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    1.63 mi • 33 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO

The distance between Empire (Eastbound) and Thornton, CO is approximately 54.57 mi, which can typically be travelled in 242 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Empire (Eastbound) 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 Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO

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

  • What is the fastest way to get from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO?

    The fastest way takes 242 minutes, using Bus line ROUNDABOUT, Bus line PEGASUS, Train line N.

  • Is there a direct bus between Empire (Eastbound) and Thornton, CO?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 4 hr 2 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO?

    The ROUNDABOUT bus line goes from Theobald Park Empire station near Empire (Eastbound) in Empire to Idaho Springs station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Idaho Springs station near Thornton, CO.

  • How long does it take to travel from Empire (Eastbound) to Thornton, CO by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Empire (Eastbound) and Thornton, CO by bus and train is about 4 hr 2 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Empire (Eastbound) to get to Thornton, CO?

    Get on the ROUNDABOUT bus from the Theobald Park Empire stop near Empire (Eastbound) in Empire.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Empire (Eastbound) and Thornton, CO?

    Get off the bus at the Idaho Springs station, which is closest to Thornton, CO.

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