Quick Answer: Riding the R Line from Aurora gets you to the Denver Tech Center with no transfer and to DEN or Union Station with one change at Peoria. From 2nd Ave•Abilene, the closest stop to Oslo on 6th, the Tech Center is about 25 to 30 minutes away. A standard fare is $2.75, or $10 for airport trips.
Oslo on 6th studio apartments, serving renters in Aurora's City Center North area, sit less than half a mile from an R Line stop in a straight line. That matters more than it did a year ago. On June 7, 2026, RTD doubled daytime service to a train every 15 minutes and stretched the line south to RidgeGate Parkway, so riding the R Line from Aurora now works as a daily habit.
What to Know Before Riding the R Line From Aurora
The R Line is RTD's light rail line through Aurora. It runs 19 stations from Peoria, where it meets the A Line to the airport, south along I-225 and I-25 to RidgeGate Parkway in Lone Tree. Trains come every 15 minutes from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekdays and 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends.
Outside those hours, the gaps get longer. Check the RTD NextRide app before a late shift or an early flight.
Aurora Metro Center Station Is the Bus Hub
One stop south of 2nd Ave•Abilene, Aurora Metro Center Station sits between the Town Center at Aurora mall and the Aurora Municipal Center. Bus routes including the 3, 6, 11 and 153 pull into its bays.
RTD has no stop named Aurora Station, so use this name in a trip planner. An aurora railway station search can also land you in Aurora, Illinois, where Metra's BNSF commuter line from Chicago ends.
Anschutz Is a Short Ride North
Riding the R Line from Aurora to Anschutz is quick. Colfax Station, on the east edge of the CU Anschutz Medical Campus, is 6 minutes north of 2nd Ave•Abilene. Fitzsimons Station is 3 minutes farther and has a free campus shuttle on weekdays only.
What's the Nearest Light Rail to Me From Oslo on 6th?
2nd Ave•Abilene Station is the closest, less than half a mile south of the building in a straight line. 13th Avenue Station is about 0.7 miles north, and Colfax and Aurora Metro Center are each roughly 1.1 miles away. All of them sit on the R Line, so pick based on your walk and bus needs.
2nd Ave•Abilene has a Park-n-Ride where in-district cars park free for the first 24 hours, then pay $2 a day. 13th Avenue has a lot but no bus service. If a transit station near me search from the building lists several stops, pick 2nd Ave•Abilene for the shortest walk.
Walking routes around I-225 aren't always direct, so trace the path on our neighborhood map and directions page before your first commute.
When to Ride the Bus Instead
Route 6 runs along East 6th Avenue and stops at both 2nd Ave•Abilene and Aurora Metro Center, which helps on a snowy morning or with a suitcase. It's also a one-seat trip into downtown Denver.
How Long Does Riding the R Line From Aurora Take?
From 2nd Ave•Abilene, scheduled train time runs from about 9 minutes to Anschutz to 41 minutes to Sky Ridge, based on RTD's September 2026 timetable. The table counts time on board only, so add your walk and the transfer wait at Peoria, which can reach 30 minutes early and late in the day.
| Destination | How to Ride | Train Time | Standard Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzsimons (CU Anschutz) | R Line north | About 9 min | $2.75 |
| Belleview (north DTC) | R Line south, no transfer | About 25 min | $2.75 |
| Arapahoe at Village Center | R Line south, no transfer | About 30 min | $2.75 |
| Union Station | R Line to Peoria, A Line west | About 31 min plus transfer | $2.75 |
| Denver International Airport | R Line to Peoria, A Line east | About 36 min plus transfer | $10 Airport Day Pass |
| Sky Ridge (Bustang stop) | R Line south, no transfer | About 41 min | $2.75 |
| Most trips | One R Line ride, or one transfer at Peoria | 9 to 41 min on board | $2.75 local, $10 airport |
To Denver International Airport
Plan on one transfer when riding the R Line from Aurora to DEN. Stay on a northbound train to Peoria, the end of the line, and cross the platform to an eastbound A Line train. A Line trains run every 15 minutes through most of the day and every 30 minutes early and late.
Buy the $10 Airport Day Pass, which covers both trains and every other RTD ride that day. Holding a $2.75 3-Hour Pass already? Station ticket machines sell a $7.25 airport upgrade.
To Union Station and Downtown Denver
Downtown works the same way: R Line to Peoria, then a westbound A Line to Union Station, about 16 minutes more. Skip the old H Line shortcut from Florida Station, which is suspended during RTD's downtown rail rebuild. Riding south to Belleview for the E Line also works, but it takes close to an hour.
To the Denver Tech Center
For Tech Center jobs, riding the R Line from Aurora is a one-seat trip. Southbound trains reach Belleview, Orchard, Arapahoe at Village Center and Dry Creek 25 to 33 minutes after leaving 2nd Ave•Abilene, with no transfer. That's close to Aurora's average one-way commute of 28.6 minutes, according to U.S. Census Bureau QuickFacts for Aurora. RTD's DTC FlexRide on-demand service can cover the last stretch to an office park.
If you'd rather ride the rapid transit line than sit on I-25 at rush hour, this is where it pays off. The R Line also reaches Sky Ridge Station, where the Bustang South Line stops. CDOT's Bustang express bus service covers interstate rides down I-25 to Colorado Springs.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Does the R Line go to Denver International Airport?
Not directly. The R Line ends at Peoria Station, where you cross the platform to the A Line for the last 21 minutes to DEN. A single $10 Airport Day Pass covers both trains. Discount fares include the airport at no extra charge, and youth 19 and under plus active-duty military ride RTD free.
2. How much does it cost to ride the R Line?
Standard RTD fares in 2026 are:
- $2.75 for a 3-Hour Pass
- $5.50 for a Day Pass
- $10 for an Airport Day Pass
- $88 for a Monthly Pass, airport trips included
Tap-n-Ride and MyRide accounts cap fares automatically once you reach the day or monthly price.
3. Does RTD sell a RapidPass?
No, RTD has no product called a RapidPass. The closest match is Tap-n-Ride: tap a contactless card or phone wallet on the validator and RTD caps your fares, so a busy month never costs more than the $88 Monthly Pass. Employers and colleges can also buy EcoPass or CollegePass for their people.
4. Where is the Aurora Transportation Center?
It's in Aurora, Illinois, at 233 North Broadway, where Metra's BNSF commuter line from Chicago ends. In Aurora, Colorado, the main transfer point is Aurora Metro Center Station on the R Line, next to the Aurora Municipal Center and served by several RTD bus routes.
5. Is the H Line still running from Florida Station?
Not at the moment. RTD suspended the H Line on June 7, 2026, while it rebuilds downtown track, and says that project runs into 2027. Until then, ride the R Line north to Peoria and switch to the A Line for Union Station, or head south to Belleview and catch the E Line.
Getting Around Aurora Without a Car
Riding the R Line from Aurora gives you a straight shot to the Tech Center and a single transfer to DEN or Union Station. Evening gaps and the H Line suspension are the two catches worth planning around.
From Oslo on 6th, every trip starts at 2nd Ave•Abilene, the closest stop to the building. If a studio near the train in Aurora's City Center North belongs on your list, look through our studio floor plans and the photo tour.
