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Western Colorado Locals Transit Guide
This page is designed to help you plan your trip when traveling in Western Colorado utilizing public transit and local Colorado PUC Licensed Transit Providers.
Paratransit Services are available in Western Colorado for Adults 65 and Older with temporary or permanent mobility restrictions. You must pre-register with the local transit provider and make a reservation.
Dial A Ride is available in the following Western Colorado Counties:
1. Eastern La Plata County which includes the Southern Ute Reservation, Ignacio, and Bayfield including travel to Durango for medical appointments or shopping.
2. All Communities and households in Delta, Montrose Counties are served by All Points Transit.
3. Rural San Miguel County including the town of Norwood is served by All Points Transit Dial A Ride.
There are no income restrictions for Dial A Ride with ½ price fares for Adults 65 and older.
Discounts offered for Seniors, Disabled, and Students when you purchase your tickets.
The Durango to Grand Junction and the Telluride to Grand Junction Route Bustang Outrider Routes serves Western Colorado with transfers available to ride Bustang to Denver, catch a flight at the Grand Junction Regional Airport or you can walk or call a cab or use your ride-share service to transfer to Amtrak in Grand Junction or Glenwood Springs.
You can walk or call an approved cab to transfer to the Montrose Regional Airport from the Bustang Outrider Stop.
Airports Served with Public Transit Connections
Grand Junction Regional Airport offers bus service provided by Bustang, Bustang Outrider, and Grand Valley Transit.
Durango-Bayfield-Ignacio
Durango Cab: 970-259-4818
Buck Horn Limousine: 970-769-0933
Animas Transportation: 970-259-1315
Attractions with Shuttle Service
Mesa Verde Tours: 970-259-0289
Tour Mesa Verde National Park
Durango Rivertrippers & Adventure Tours: 970-259-0289
Mancos
Local Transportation
Cortez Cab: (970) 565-6911
Mancos hotels are within walking
distance of the Bustang Outrider stop.
Attractions with Shuttle Service
Mesa Verde Tours: 970-259-0289
Tour Mesa Verde National Park
Cortez
Local Transportation
Cortez Cab: (970) 565-6911
Attractions with Shuttle Service
Mesa Verde Tours: 970-259-0289
Tour Mesa Verde National Park
Dolores
Local Transportation
Cortez Cab: (970) 565-6911
Dolores hotels are within walking distance
of the Bustang Outrider stop.
Rico
Local Lodging
Rico lodging - walking distance
from the Bustang Outrider stop.
The Mine Shaft Inn: 970-967-6463
Telluride Express – 970-728-6000
Reservation needed with a day prior notice required. Local, plus services to Montrose and Ridgway
Mountain Limo - 888-546-6894
Ridgway
Local Transportation
Telluride Express – 970-728-6000
Reservation needed with a day prior notice required.
Serves Montrose, Ridgway and Telluride
All Points Transit Regional Medical Shuttle
970-249-0128
Hotels are within walking distance
of the Bustang Outrider stop.
Camping is biking distance – Ridgway State Park
Montrose
Local Transportation
Telluride Express – 970-728-6000
Reservation needed with a day prior notice required.
Serves Montrose, Ridgway and Telluride
All Points Transit – 970-249-0128
Tri County Health Network Lyft - 970-708-7096
Montrose Hotels with Shuttle Service:
Hampton Inn Montrose - 970-252-3300
Delta
Local Transportation
All Points Transit - 970-249-0128
Tri County Health Network Lyft - 970-708-7096
Hotels are within walking distance
of the Bustang/Outrider stop.
Camping is biking distance – Ridgway State Park
Grand Junction
Local Transportation
Bus - Grand Valley Transit: (970) 256-RIDE (7433)
Sunshine Taxi: (970) 245-8294
AMTRAK: 339 South 1st Street
Grand Junction, CO 81501-2207
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Bustang Outrider serves Western Colorado connecting with Public Transit where available. Buses are equipped with storage for luggage and ski equipment plus bike racks.
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