How to get from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO by bus?

From Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO by bus

To get from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 5 bus from Citadel Core Stop station to Terminal station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the SOUTH bus and finally take the 120X bus from Union Station Bus Gates station to Thornton Pnr Gate B station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 53 min. The bus schedule from Citadel/Academy may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Thornton, CO on the Moovit app.

233min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 55
Bus - SOUTHSOUTH
Bus - 120X120X
Walk to Thornton, CO
Leaves from Citadel Core Stop

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Citadel Core Stop
    ID 2498
    840 yd • 10 min
  • 2
    Bus - 55
    Wait for bus
    5
    Depart Citadel - Arrive Downtown
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Terminal
    ID 155
    14 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Colorado Springs Downtown Station
    ID 35122
    50 yd • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - SOUTHSOUTH
    Wait for bus
    SOUTH
    Denver
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Union Station
    ID 34343
    135 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Union Station Bus Gates
    ID 33727
    150 yd • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 120X120X
    Wait for bus
    120X
    Thornton Pnr Wagon Rd Pnr
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Thornton Pnr Gate B
    ID 21994
    14 min
  • 10
    Walk to Thornton, CO
    Walk to
    Thornton, CO
    1.77 mi • 36 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO

The distance between Citadel/Academy and Thornton, CO is approximately 87.21 mi, which can typically be travelled in 233 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Thornton – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO

To check the bus schedule from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Citadel/Academy) and destination (Thornton, CO), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, 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 schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO?

    The fastest way takes 233 minutes, using Bus line 5, Bus line SOUTH, Bus line 120X.

  • Is there a direct bus between Citadel/Academy and Thornton, CO?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 53 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO?

    The 5 bus line goes from Citadel Core Stop near Citadel/Academy in Denver - Boulder, CO to Terminal. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Terminal near Thornton, CO.

  • How long does it take to travel from Citadel/Academy to Thornton, CO by bus?

    The total travel time between Citadel/Academy and Thornton, CO by bus is about 3 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Citadel/Academy to get to Thornton, CO?

    Get on the 5 bus from the Citadel Core Stop near Citadel/Academy in Denver - Boulder, CO.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Citadel/Academy and Thornton, CO?

    Get off the bus at the Terminal, which is closest to Thornton, CO.

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