88th Bus Schedule: Routes, Times & Stops
Searching for an 88th bus schedule? Unlike a numbered Route 88, “88th” usually identifies a street, avenue, intersection, or transit station. The correct schedule depends on the location and bus operator.
This guide covers verified examples including Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station in Colorado and the 88th Avenue/Cork Avenue corridor served by Pace Route 379 in Illinois. Find routes, boarding locations, fares, sample travel times, transfers, maps, and live arrival tools without confusing unrelated bus services.
Which Bus Serves 88th Avenue or 88th Street?
For Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station in Thornton, Colorado, RTD identifies Route 88L, Route 92, and the N commuter rail line as key station connections. Other buses serve different stretches of 88th Avenue, including the Route 120X connection at the separate Thornton West Side Park-n-Ride.
In the Chicago suburbs, Pace Route 379 operates through the 88th Avenue/Cork Avenue corridor and connects CTA Midway Station, Moraine Valley Community College, and Orland Square. These are different places and different transit systems.
Check RTD routes 88L and 92, plus N Line commuter rail schedules.
Check official RTD schedulesCheck the correct posted stop and choose eastbound or westbound service.
Check official Pace Route 37988th Bus Schedule Guide
88th Bus Routes: Find Your City, Station, and Direction
These are verified services associated with 88th Avenue locations. They are not interchangeable, and the route number alone does not establish where a bus stops.
Route 88L
Thornton / Commerce City Limited
Connects Commerce City/72nd Avenue Station with Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station via the northeastern Denver-area corridor.
Choose the appropriate station-bound direction. The “L” is important because the limited route has its own stop pattern.
Route 92
92nd Avenue
Provides connections across the northwestern Denver suburban corridor, including 88th Avenue-area stops and Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station.
Some direction labels and intermediate routing may vary. Check your exact stop and service day.
Route 379
Midway – Orland Park
Daily fixed-route bus service connecting Midway Transit Center, Moraine Valley Community College and Orland Square through the 88th-Cork corridor.
Route 379 serves posted stops only. Do not wait at an unmarked location merely because the bus travels along 88th Avenue.
For Denver-area travel beyond 88th Avenue, our complete RTD bus schedule and route-planning guide explains the wider network, RTD fares, route variations and NextRide predictions.
Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station: Address, Buses, Rail and Parking
Official station address: 8989 Welby Road, Thornton, Colorado 80229.
Original Thornton/88th Avenue is an RTD commuter rail station and Park-n-Ride. RTD lists connections to the N Line and buses 88L and 92; route assignments can change when new service schedules take effect.
The station has approximately 550 parking spaces, with parking identified by RTD as free at this facility. Bike and other amenities should be reconfirmed from the facility page before relying on them.
Pace 379 Bus Schedule: 88th Avenue, Midway and Orland Park
Pace Route 379 operates daily between the Midway and Orland Park areas, using 79th Street, the 88th-Cork corridor and LaGrange Road. It is especially relevant for riders searching for an 88th Avenue bus around Burbank, Bridgeview, Hickory Hills, Palos Hills and nearby southwest suburbs.
- Midway CTA Orange Line Station
- Moraine Valley Community College
- Orland Square
- Connections to other Pace services
- Metra SouthWest Service connection area
- Find a posted Pace Route 379 stop.
- Select eastbound or westbound schedule.
- Check the latest PDF and live Bus Tracker.
- Watch for trips with special routing.
- Prepare Ventra or exact cash before boarding.
For complete suburban transit coverage, see our Pace bus schedules, fare rules and Bus Tracker walkthrough. It explains reading timetable timepoints, service-day differences, posted-stop rules and transfers.
88th Bus Times: First Bus, Last Bus, Frequency and Travel Time
There is no single first or last “88th bus.” The answer changes according to the route, direction, service day and stop. The table below tells you what to check and includes a few useful verified schedule examples without representing them as live departure times.
| Service | Schedule / timing details | Service-day guidance | Official source |
|---|---|---|---|
| RTD 88L | Older official 2026 weekday tables show example trips from Commerce City/72nd to Original Thornton/88th taking about 27 minutes. This is a historical journey-time example, not a current departure listing. | Check the currently effective 88L timetable for first/last trips, headway and weekday/weekend differences. | RTD schedule directory |
| RTD 92 | Route 92 connects the Wadsworth/88th side of the corridor with Original Thornton/88th Avenue. Its timetable includes intermediate timepoints along 92nd and 88th avenues. | Check weekday, Saturday and Sunday/holiday times individually; route variations can affect which stops are served. | Route 92 timetable |
| RTD N Line | An official weekday example shows departure from Original Thornton/88th at 5:23 AM and arrival at Denver Union Station at 5:42 AM, approximately 19 minutes. | This example is for the N Line train, not a Route 88L bus. Recheck the travel date and direction. | N Line timetable |
| Pace 379 | Daily service, including the 88th-Cork corridor. The route page provides published eastbound/westbound schedules and live predictions. | Compare weekday, Saturday, Sunday and holiday schedules; verify stops served by individual trips. | Pace 379 timetable |
Example: Understanding a Scheduled Rail Connection
This is an example from an official published weekday N Line schedule. It illustrates a roughly 19-minute rail ride between Original Thornton/88th and Union Station, not a guaranteed future train departure. Check the selected service day before traveling.
How Early Should You Arrive?
Plan to arrive 5–10 minutes before the scheduled bus. If the service is infrequent, give yourself more time.
Allow approximately 10–15 minutes for parking, walking, locating the correct platform and reaching the boarding area.
Allow additional time for transfers. A timetable showing a short connection does not mean your buses or trains are guaranteed to meet.
88th Bus Fare: RTD and Pace Ticket Prices
Your fare depends on the agency—not the number 88th. Below are the official adult or standard fare examples for the two transit systems discussed in this guide.
Valid for three hours after activation. RTD also supports MyRide and contactless Tap-n-Ride payment.
Useful for multiple qualifying trips during the same service day. Airport travel has separate fare rules.
RTD lists discounts for qualifying seniors, people with disabilities, Medicare recipients and LiVE participants.
Use the accepted Ventra fare medium. Transfers and combined CTA/Pace fares depend on the payment method.
Bring exact cash. The driver does not make change.
The route page also lists a $1.10 reduced cash fare. Eligibility rules apply.
Connecting From 88th Avenue to Denver or Chicago
Original Thornton/88th to Downtown Denver
RTD’s N Line connects Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station with Denver Union Station. It is a rail service, not a bus numbered 88.
At the station, verify the train direction and departure platform. If you arrive on Route 88L or 92, allow walking and transfer time.
View N Line departuresPace 379 to CTA Midway Orange Line
Riders from the 88th-Cork corridor can use Pace Route 379 toward Midway to connect with the CTA Orange Line and other transit services.
When continuing into Chicago, our CTA bus and train connection planning guide helps you understand CTA schedules, fare payments and station connections.
Check Pace 379 to MidwayHow to Find the Correct 88th Avenue Bus Stop
Official Example: RTD Stop 20755
RTD’s NextRide page identifies W 88th Avenue & Osage Street, stop 20755, as an eastbound Route 92 stop.
Search this stop ID in the RTD tracker to see its current or upcoming displayed trips. Other stops along 88th Avenue have different IDs, directions and routes.
Do not assume this is your stop. It is a real example showing why matching an exact stop ID is more reliable than searching only “88th bus.”
Open official RTD stop 20755A bus on the opposite side of 88th Avenue may be traveling the wrong way for your destination.
Use the agency’s stop ID, not just an intersection name or nearby store.
For Pace 379, board at a posted Pace stop serving the route rather than an arbitrary point along the road.
Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station Map
This Google Maps embed identifies the RTD station area at 8989 Welby Road, Thornton, Colorado. It is not a live RTD route map. Use the official RTD timetable and NextRide tools for vehicle movement and exact bus stops.
For directions from a home, hotel, school, or workplace to the correct 88th Avenue transit stop, follow our Google Maps bus schedules and stop-by-stop directions tutorial. Compare the results with your agency’s published schedule and alerts.
How to Track an 88th Avenue Bus Live
Scheduled departures are the planned timetable. Live arrivals are predictions from transit-agency tracking data where available. Neither guarantees an exact arrival; traffic, weather, detours, cancellations and tracking outages can affect the result.
Use RTD in Colorado or Pace in Illinois.
Choose 88L, 92, 379, or another route serving your stop.
Match the destination shown on the vehicle.
Use the posted stop ID, name, or station bay.
Review updated predictions and alerts before leaving.
88th Avenue Bus Alerts: Closures, Delays and Schedule Changes
Road or station work may relocate stops or change bus routing.
Snow, ice and severe weather may affect Colorado service and bus predictions.
Weekday departures may not apply on official holidays.
RTD and Pace can change service dates, first/last trips and route patterns.
Accessibility, Reduced Fares and Safer Boarding
RTD provides accessible bus and rail services. Check ramp or lift requirements, the selected station or stop, elevator alerts where applicable, and Access-a-Ride eligibility when needed.
RTD’s fare chart also provides reduced-fare categories for qualifying riders.
Pace provides accessible fixed-route transit and ADA paratransit services. Check boarding conditions at your specific 88th Avenue stop and whether assistance is required.
Reduced fares depend on age, eligibility and valid fare identification.
For either system, a bus being accessible does not automatically make every roadside stop equally accessible. Construction, curb conditions, snow and temporary stop moves can affect boarding.
88th Bus Boarding Checklist
- Confirm the correct city and 88th Avenue/Street location.
- Identify the transit agency and route number.
- Check the currently effective schedule date.
- Verify weekday, Saturday, Sunday or holiday service.
- Locate the exact stop ID, station bay or posted stop.
- Choose the direction toward your destination.
- Check the bus fare, pass and payment method.
- Check the return trip and last available connection.
- Review live arrivals and service alerts.
- Reach the boarding point with adequate time to spare.
Official 88th Bus and Station Resources
Current route directory for 88L, 92, N Line and other Denver-area services.
Open RTD schedulesFacility information, station location, parking and transit connections.
Open RTD facility directory3-hour fare, day pass, discount rates and payment options.
Official RTD fare chartRoute, stop and station arrival information with trip planning.
Open NextRidePublished schedules, route map, stop rules, fares and tracking tools.
Official Pace 379Detours, station issues, stop closures and other service disruptions.
Open service alertsBusSchedule.us is an independent transit information website and is not operated by RTD or Pace. Exact departure times, current service status, fares and boarding policies are controlled by the respective transit agencies.
88th Bus Schedule FAQs
What is the 88th bus schedule?
The term usually refers to bus service along an 88th Street, 88th Avenue, or nearby station. It does not identify one nationwide bus timetable. Examples include RTD services near Original Thornton/88th Avenue and Pace Route 379 along the 88th-Cork corridor.
Which buses serve Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station?
RTD identifies routes 88L and 92 and the N Line rail service as connections at Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station. Confirm the current station and route schedules before travel.
Where is Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station?
The official station address is 8989 Welby Road, Thornton, Colorado 80229.
Does Route 88L run to 88th Avenue Station?
Yes. RTD Route 88L is the Thornton/Commerce City Limited service connecting Commerce City/72nd Avenue Station and Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station. Choose the correct direction and active timetable.
What bus serves 88th Avenue near Chicago?
Pace Route 379 travels through the 88th Avenue/Cork Avenue corridor and connects the Midway and Orland Park areas. It serves posted stops only.
What is the 88th Avenue bus fare?
RTD lists a $2.75 standard three-hour pass and a $5.50 day pass. Pace Route 379 lists a $2.00 regular Ventra fare and $2.25 adult cash fare. Other agencies may charge differently.
What time is the first or last 88th bus?
There is no single first or last departure. Select the exact transit agency, bus number, stop, direction and service day on the current official timetable.
Can I track the 88th bus live?
Yes, when supported by the transit agency. RTD offers NextRide, and Pace provides Bus Tracker access through its route page. Select the correct route, direction and stop.
Is there free parking at Original Thornton/88th Avenue Station?
RTD identifies Original Thornton/88th Avenue at 8989 Welby Road as a free-parking Park-n-Ride with approximately 550 spaces. Do not confuse it with the separate Thornton West Side facility, which has different parking rules.
How early should I reach an 88th Avenue bus stop?
As general trip-planning guidance, reach an ordinary bus stop 5–10 minutes early, and allow approximately 10–15 minutes or more for unfamiliar stations, parking and transfers. Verify the agency’s specific boarding advice.