ABQ RIDE introduced D-RIDE downtown bus service on July 14, 2006. D-RIDE's launch coincided with the opening of the Rail Runner Express and was intended as a way for Rail passengers to travel around downtown after arriving at the Alvarado Transportation Center. The D-RIDE is free.

The D-RIDE travels a loop around downtown, providing service to some of the area's most popular destinations. Among the D-RIDE stops are Civic Plaza, City Hall, Metro and Federal court and the Convention Center.

The D-RIDE is convenient, running every seven minutes. D-RIDE service is available from 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The D-RIDEs are easy to spot. The are covered in a graphic wrap that showcases downtown landmarks.