🚌 Free Circulator Bus
Denver runs a free bus for people experiencing homelessness, connecting shelters, day centers, and health clinics across the city.
This bus connects major shelter, day center, and health service locations. No fare required.
Route Stops
The circulator makes 9 stops at key homeless service locations around Denver.
48th Ave Men's Shelter
Denver Rescue Mission
📍 4600 48th Ave, Denver, CO
Serves: Men
Services: 24/7 shelter, three meals a day, showers, restrooms, Next Step Services
Must be accessed from Lawrence Street Community Center.
48th Ave Women's Shelter
Catholic Charities
📍 4330 48th Ave, Denver, CO
Serves: Women
Services: 24/7 shelter, three meals a day, light snack, showers, laundry, case management, mental health support, basic hygiene
Requirements: Must provide a name; Must be over 18; Must comply with community guidelines
Crossroads Shelter
The Salvation Army
📍 1901 29th St, Denver, CO
Serves: Men
Hours: Shelter beds beginning at 12 p.m. daily; hot dinners at 6 p.m.; overflow begins at 5 p.m.
Services: First come, first served shelter beds, sack lunches, hot dinners, overflow shelter access
Samaritan House & Holy Rosary
Catholic Charities
📍 2301 Lawrence St, Denver, CO
Serves: Women
Hours: Serves women 5 p.m.–7:30 a.m.
Services: overnight shelter, two meals, basic hygiene, basic linens, emergency clothing, case management, mental health support, occasional programming
Requirements: Must provide a name; Must be over 18; Must comply with community guidelines
Lawrence Street Community Center
Denver Rescue Mission
📍 2222 Lawrence St, Denver, CO
Serves: Men, Women
Services: day shelter, meals, clean drinking water, restrooms, bed sign-up, program information
Central location where guests can sign up for a bed and learn about New Life Program and STAR Transitional Program.
St. Francis Center
St. Francis Center
📍 2323 Curtis St, Denver, CO
Serves: Men, Women
Hours: 7 a.m.–3 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 7 a.m.–1 p.m. Wednesday; 7 a.m.–2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Services: phone access, mail, onsite storage, clothing, phone charging, notary services, shelter orientation, ID help, Social Security card help, family reunification, mental health navigation, substance use treatment navigation, crisis counseling
Stout Street Health Clinic
Colorado Coalition for the Homeless
📍 2130 Stout St, Denver, CO
Serves: Anyone
Hours: 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday; 9 a.m.–6 p.m. Wednesday; closed Saturday and Sunday.
Services: primary care, pediatrics, dental care, eye clinic, pharmacy, behavioral health care, mental health care, substance use treatment, medication assisted treatment, Medicaid enrollment
The Gathering Place
The Gathering Place
📍 1535 High St, Denver, CO
Serves: Women, Transgender individuals, Children
Hours: 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday; 8:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Services: meals, showers, laundry, phone access, mail services, nap room, notary services, clothing boutique, food cupboard, supportive service referrals, housing-focused case management
Smith Road Shelter
Catholic Charities
📍 6240 Smith Rd, Denver, CO
Serves: Women
Services: 24/7 shelter, three meals a day, light snack, showers, laundry, Wi-Fi, computer access, basic hygiene, basic linens, emergency clothing, light bedside storage
Requirements: Must provide a name; Must be over 18; Must comply with community guidelines
Front Door Shelter Access
Denver uses front-door access points so you don't have to navigate the shelter system alone. Start here to get a bed, a referral, or a ride.
Men
Lawrence Street Community Center
📍 2222 Lawrence St, Denver, CO
Best first stop for men needing shelter access or transportation to other shelter locations.
Women
Samaritan House / Smith Road Shelter access
📍 2301 Lawrence St or 6240 Smith Rd, Denver, CO
Best first contact for women needing shelter access or transportation guidance.
Families
Salvation Army Connection Center
Call for family shelter access questions and support.
Cold Weather Transportation
During Denver cold-weather shelter activations, transportation may run daily from downtown shelters to cold-weather shelter sites.
Check Denver's Find Shelter page or call 311 for current activation details.
Important Contacts
Rider Expectations
- Follow driver and staff instructions
- No smoking, vaping, alcohol, or intoxicants on the bus
- No weapons or hazardous items
- Respect other riders and staff