Commute in Englewood

Small city between Denver and the suburbs — light rail, Swedish Medical, and a revitalizing downtown

Getting Around

Drive Times

Downtown Denver
12–18 min
Rush hour: 25–40 min
I-25 or RTD light rail
DTC
10–15 min
I-25 south or Belleview
Transit

Public Transit Options

RTD E/H Line Light Rail Englewood Station — direct to downtown Denver and DTC
RTD Bus Multiple routes including Broadway and Federal corridors
Mobility

Walk, Bike & Transit Scores

Walk Score61(somewhat walkable)
Bike Score62(bikeable)
Transit Score39(some transit — RTD light rail + bus)
Trail Connectivity
Good — Mary Carter Greenway / South Platte River Trail connects to Denver and south metro
Common Questions

FAQ — Englewood

How long is the commute from Englewood to Denver?

Englewood is approximately 7 miles south of downtown Denver via I-25 or Broadway. The off-peak commute to downtown is just 12–18 minutes, extending to 25–40 minutes during rush hour. The RTD E and H Line light rail stops at Englewood Station provide direct service to both downtown Denver and the DTC. The commute to DTC is 10–15 minutes via I-25 south.

What outdoor recreation is available in Englewood?

Belleview Park is a 27-acre community park with a mini train ride, playground, and fishing pond. The Mary Carter Greenway connects to the South Platte River Trail, linking Englewood to Denver’s broader trail network in both directions. Jason Park offers sports fields and hosts community events. Pirates Cove Water Park is a popular summer destination.

What dining and shopping options are in Englewood?

Englewood has 75+ restaurants with a growing independent dining scene along the Broadway corridor. Highlights: • Culinary Dropout — upscale bar food at CityCenter • Chicago Mike’s — authentic Chicago Italian beef and hot dogs • Cherry Cricket — iconic Colorado burger joint • Sunroom Brewing, Lady Justice Brewing, Sanitas Brewing, and I C Brewhouse (4+ taprooms) • CityCenter Englewood — transit-oriented mixed-use development at the light rail station • Englewood Farmers Market (summer)