Commute in Baker
South Broadway's creative heart — artsy, historic, accessible
Getting Around
Drive Times
Downtown Denver
5–10 min
Rush hour: 10–20 min
Broadway direct or I-25
DTC / Tech Center
15–20 min
Rush hour: 30–45 min
Light rail via Alameda Station
Transit
Public Transit Options
Alameda Station — D & E lines → downtown + south suburbs
RTD Bus — Routes 0, 3, 4 on Broadway + Alameda
Protected Broadway Bikeway — Direct bike lane to downtown
Mobility
Walk, Bike & Transit Scores
Walk Score78
Bike Score89(protected Broadway bikeway)
Transit Score56(Alameda Station nearby)
- Trail Connectivity
- Platte River Trail, Cherry Creek Trail accessible
Work
Commute & Remote Work
Common Questions
FAQ — Baker
What is the commute from Baker to downtown Denver?
Baker sits roughly 2 miles south of downtown via Broadway. Off-peak drives take 5–10 minutes, while rush hour extends to 10–20 minutes. The Alameda Station (D & E lines) connects to downtown and the south suburbs, and a protected Broadway bikeway offers a direct bike lane into the city center.
What parks and outdoor recreation are available in Baker?
Dailey Park, over 100 years old, features original 1920s SR DeBoer shelters. The Platte River Trail provides a biking and walking corridor, and Baker Dog Park offers a fenced, community-maintained off-leash area. Denver’s citywide park system includes 250+ parks and 80+ miles of trails.