Aerial view of Lyons Colorado

Lyons Flyer and Alternative Transportation

The Lyons flyer has a new mid-day trip starting Monday, Aug. 12th.

Alternative Transportation

Lyons has a significant percentage of the population working in the larger hubs of Boulder and Denver. Additionally, there is a high volume of vehicles that drive through Lyons to visit the Rocky Mountain National Park. On a busy summer day in Lyons the impact of vehicles is notable. This is one of the many reasons looking into alternative transportation solutions is important.

As part of our commitment to sustainability the Town of Lyons offers various services to help residents reduce the need for driving.

Lyons Flyer (replaces the previous Y route)

Boulder County, in partnership with the Town of Lyons, City of Boulder, Regional Transportation District (RTD) and Via Mobility Services has restored commuter transit bus service along US 36 between Lyons and Boulder.  The service, branded as the “Lyons Flyer,” replaces the Y route, formerly operated by RTD.

Route:

  • On weekdays only, Monday – Friday, the Lyons Flyer provides service between downtown Lyons at Broadway and 4th Ave to New Vista at Baseline Ave  in Boulder, along US 36 and Broadway within Boulder.
  • Mid-day service is only available during the summer from months of July and August.
    • Note: There may or may not be ongoing summer service, including this year.

Schedule

Service will be provided Monday through Friday, excluding New Year’s Holiday, Independence Day (observed), Labor Day (observed), Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

Southbound Schedule: Lyons to Boulder

LocationA.M.A.M.Mid-DayP.M.
4th & Main NS6:107:5012:505:15
High & 5th Lyons6:117:5112:515:16
4th & Railroad6:127:5212:525:17
RTD PnR Hwy 36 2nd Ave EB FS6:127:5212:525:17
US 36 & McConnel Dr. NS EB6:147:5412:545:19
4200 Ute Hwy EB6:157:5512:555:20
US 36 & US 66 FS SB6:157:5512:555:20
US 36 & Lake Ridge Trail FS SB6:248:041:045:29
Hwy 36 & Lefthand Canyon SB6:258:051:055:30
Hwy 36 & Longhorn SB6:308:101:105:35
Broadway & Yarmouth SB6:338:131:135:38
Broadway & Quince SB6:348:141:145:39
Broadway & Iris SB6:378:171:175:42
Broadway & Alpine SB6:398:191:195:44
Broadway & Spruce SB6:418:211:215:46
Broadway & Walnut SB6:418:211:215:46
Broadway & Canyon SB6:428:221:225:47
Broadway & Arapahoe SB6:428:221:225:47
Broadway and University6:438:231:235:48
Broadway and College6:448:241:245:49
Broadway Euclid SB6:458:251:255:50
Broadway and 20th Avenue6:478:271:275:52
20th Street and Baseline Road6:508:301:305:55

Northbound Schedule: Boulder to Lyons

LocationA.M.Mid-DayP.M.P.M.
20th Street and Baseline Road7:0012:004:306:00
Broadway and Regent Drive7:0212:024:326:02
Broadway & Euclid Ave NB7:0312:034:336:03
Broadway & Pleasant St NB7:0412:044:346:04
Broadway & University NB7:0412:044:346:04
Broadway & Arapahoe NB7:0512:054:356:05
Broadway & Canyon NB7:0612:064:366:06
Broadway & Walnut NB7:0612:064:366:06
Broadway & Spruce NB7:0712:074:376:07
Broadway & Alpine NB7:0912:094:396:09
Broadway & Iris NB7:1312:134:436:13
Broadway & Quince NB7:1412:144:446:14
Broadway & Yarmouth NB7:1612:164:466:16
Hwy 36 & Longhorn NB7:1812:184:486:18
Hwy 36 & Lefthand Canyon NB7:2412:244:546:24
US 36 & Lake Ridge Trail FS NB7:2512:254:556:25
US 36 & US 66 FS NB7:2912:294:596:29
4200 Ute Hwy (Circle K) WB7:3012:305:006:30
US 36 & 2nd NS7:3112:315:016:31
RTD PnR Hwy 36 2nd Ave EB FS7:3112:315:016:31
US 36 & Old Main7:3212:325:026:32
4th & Main NS7:3312:335:036:33
High & 5th Lyons7:3312:335:036:33
4th & Railroad7:3512:355:556:35

Additional Information

  • No pass, reservation, or fare is required to use this free public transportation service to/from Lyons and Boulder.
  • Vehicle parking is available at the Lyons Park-n-Ride, at US 36 and 2nd Ave. in Lyons.
  • Riders transferring to other RTD transit services will need either a valid EcoPass or pay the current fare.
  • All vehicles have bike racks that can accommodate three bikes.
  • Leashed, well-behaved dogs are welcome onboard the shuttle.

Service Area Map

The Lyons Flyer provides service between downtown Lyons at Broadway and 4th Ave to New Vista at Baseline Ave  in Boulder, along US 36 and Broadway within Boulder. The service area is shown in the map.

Bus route map of Lyons Flyer service between Boulder and Lyons Colorado

zTrip Voucher Program

zTrip vouchers are provided by the Town of Lyons for free or discounted transportation to residents who need them.

  • One way travel to/from Boulder:
    • Monday – Friday, 5 am – 6 a.m. or 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
    • Saturday – Sunday, 5 a.m. – 7 p.m.
    • Not valid for rides starting between , 6 a.m. – 9 a.m. or 4 p.m. – 7 p.m., Mon. – Fri.
  • One way travel to/from Longmont:
    • Any day of the week, 5 am – 7 pm
  • Maximum value: $50.00
  • Each voucher ride must start or end in Lyons

Voucher Contact Information: Call 303-823-6622

The voucher has no monetary value, but Boulder County and RTD will reimburse the Town for each ride up to a maximum of $50 per voucher. If the cost of the trip exceeds $50 the rider must pay the extra amount directly to the driver.

The zTrip Voucher Program is supported and funded in partnership with Boulder County, RTD and the Town of Lyons.

RTD operates its programs and services without regard to race, color, and national origin in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. Any person who believes they have been subjected to unlawful discrimination under Title VI may file a complaint with RTD.

To file a complaint or obtain more information regarding RTD’s complaint procedures, visit RTD Reports and Policies, call 303-299-6000; email titlevicomplaints@rtd-denver.com; or visit RTD’s administrative office at 1660 Blake Street, Denver, CO 80202.

VIA Mobility Services

Via provides bus transportation that goes directly from your pick-up location to your destination, which is available to all residents within Lyons.

  • Tuesdays and Fridays from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
  • Other days and hours may be available with enough advance notices.
  • Morning, afternoon, or all-day trips to Longmont are available every Wednesday if at least 3 people call to reserve a ride.
  • Passengers may request up to 3 different destinations in Longmont.
  • The fare is $1.25-1 way within Lyons and $4-1 way to Longmont.
  • Reduced-fare and no-fare options are available to those in need.
  • The bus is wheelchair accessible.
  • Ride service is offered by Via, a nonprofit organization.

Contact Via Mobility Services:

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