New Front Range Rail Line Dubbed 'CoCo'

After a public naming contest, the future passenger rail line will be called the Colorado Connector.

Apr. 6, 2026 at 9:27pm

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A highly stylized, geometric illustration of a train speeding through a mountainous landscape, using bold colors and sweeping lines to capture the grand scale and forward momentum of this new transportation project.The new 'CoCo' rail line will connect communities across Colorado's Front Range with a modern, efficient transportation solution.Pueblo Today

The upcoming Front Range passenger rail line, running between Pueblo and Fort Collins, will be officially named the Colorado Connector or 'CoCo' after a public naming contest that drew nearly 26,000 resident votes. The other finalist names were Front Range Express Destinations (FRED), Colorado Ranger, and RangeLink.

Why it matters

The new rail line is seen as a major transportation infrastructure project that will connect communities across the Front Range, providing a faster, cleaner, and more convenient travel option for residents and visitors. The naming process engaged the public and reflects the line's mission of bringing people together across the region.

The details

Governor Jared Polis announced the 'CoCo' name at an event in Denver, stating that it 'reflects exactly what this train is about: bringing communities together and creating a faster, cleaner and more convenient way to travel across our state.'

  • The public naming contest drew nearly 26,000 resident votes.
  • Governor Polis announced the 'CoCo' name at an event in Denver on April 6, 2026.

The players

Governor Jared Polis

The Governor of Colorado, who announced the 'CoCo' name for the new Front Range passenger rail line.

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What they’re saying

“The Colorado Connector reflects exactly what this train is about: bringing communities together and creating a faster, cleaner and more convenient way to travel across our state.”

— Governor Jared Polis

The takeaway

The public naming process for the new Front Range rail line demonstrates the state's commitment to engaging residents and creating a transportation solution that serves the diverse communities along the corridor.