The 255 Mountain Trail Route operates 365 days a year. This route is popular for outdoor recreation enthusiasts who enjoy seasonal activities such as hiking, mountain biking and skiing.
Please note: Due to limited seating capacity and high demand on certain buses serving this route, your driver may not be able to board all passengers during peak times. Please be prepared to arrange for alternate transportation options if seats are not available on the bus. The Blue Bus apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause.
Major Stops
South Capitol
Downtown Santa Fe
Hyde Memorial State Park
Ski Santa Fe
Fare Free
The 255 Mountain Trail route provides fare-free service Monday through Sunday.
Route Timetable
Route Map
Winter Information
During Ski Santa Fe’s winter season, a token will be provided upon boarding the eastbound bus. Ski Santa Fe will honor that token with a $5.00 discount when it’s presented to purchase lift tickets, at the ski school, gift shop, and limited food services with the exception of alcohol.
Nonwinter Information
Bikes on Buses
During nonwinter service, our 255 Mountain Trail Blue Bus features sturdy exterior racks attached to the front and rear that can hold bicycle tire widths up to 2.8”.
Spaces are on a first come, first served basis. There is no charge to use them.
North Central RTD is not responsible for personal injury, property damage or property loss arising from use of the bike racks. Gas powered vehicles including bicycles, mopeds, scooters and Segways are not allowed on the bus.
Free park and ride options for local residents will be available at the South Capitol station and on the north side of Fort Marcy Park in two parking lots north and south of the bus stop located on Murales Rd. between Old Taos Highway and Bishop’s Lodge Rd (by the fire station and above the ball field).
Visit the NMDOT website for a full list of NM Park and Ride locations in the state. Or check the City of Santa Fe website for parking locations in Santa Fe.
Need Service Beyond This Route?
Areas not directly served by this route may be accessed by connecting to other Blue Bus routes serving the Santa Fe area.
Connect to Regional Transit Partners:
- NMDOT Park and Ride
- NM Rail Runner Express (Rio Metro RTD)
- City of Santa Fe – Santa Fe Trails
- City of Santa Fe – Santa Fe Ride