Quick Info
From Denver: 15-20 min via I-25 north. From DIA: 25-30 min via E-470 or I-70/I-25. From Boulder: 25-30 min via US-36/I-25. Transit: N Line light rail. Key highways: I-25, I-76, 120th Ave.
Northglenn sits along I-25 in the north Denver metro, easily accessible from downtown Denver, the airport, and Boulder. The N Line provides light rail service to downtown Denver.
From Downtown Denver
By Car
Take I-25 north about 12-15 miles. Exit at 104th, 112th, or 120th Avenue depending on destination. About 15-20 minutes without traffic.
By Light Rail
N Line from Union Station to Northglenn/112th station. About 25 minutes.
From Denver Airport (DIA)
By Car - E-470 Route
E-470 south to I-25, then I-25 south to Northglenn exits. About 25-30 minutes. Tolls apply but often fastest.
By Car - I-70/I-25 Route
Peña Boulevard to I-70 west, then I-25 north. About 30-35 minutes. No tolls.
By Transit
A Line from DIA to Union Station, transfer to N Line north. About 60-70 minutes total.
From Boulder
By Car
US-36 east to I-25, then I-25 south to Northglenn exits. About 25-30 minutes.
Public Transit
N Line Light Rail
Commuter rail serving north metro. Northglenn/112th station with park-and-ride.
Bus Routes
RTD buses provide local service. Less frequent than light rail.
Key Routes
I-25
Main north-south corridor through Northglenn. Primary access from Denver and Fort Collins.
I-76
East-west access to I-25 from northeast areas.
120th Avenue
Major east-west arterial. Connects to Westminster, Thornton, and beyond.
Tips
Rush hour. I-25 congests during peak commute times. Allow extra time.
N Line for downtown. Park at the station and take light rail to avoid downtown parking.
E-470 from airport. Faster than I-70/I-25 route despite tolls.
Express lanes. I-25 express lanes available for faster travel during busy times.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Northglenn from downtown Denver?
About 12-15 miles. 15-25 minutes by car depending on traffic.
Is there light rail to Northglenn?
Yes—N Line serves Northglenn with connections to Union Station.
How far is the airport?
About 20-25 miles. 25-35 minutes depending on route.
Is Uber/Lyft available?
Yes—rideshare services operate throughout Northglenn.