What is the cheapest way to get from Aspen to Boulder?

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Boulder is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aspen to Boulder?

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Boulder is to drive which takes 3h 59m and costs $29 - $45.

How far is it from Aspen to Boulder?

The distance between Aspen and Boulder is 186 miles. The road distance is 163.2 miles.

How long does it take to get from Aspen to Boulder?

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Aspen to Boulder, including transfers.

Can I drive from Aspen to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Boulder is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 59m to drive from Aspen to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 172+ hotels available in Boulder.

Aspen to Boulder - 3 ways to travel via car, bus, and plane

There are 3 ways to get from Aspen to Boulder by car, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive, bus
best
1. Drive from Aspen to Frisco Transit Centercar
2. Take the bus from Frisco Transit Center to Federal Center Station Gate Lbus
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Regent Drbus Ff1 / ...
5h 26m
$32–43
Drive 162.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aspen to Bouldercar 162.2 mi
3h 59m
$30–43
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN)plane ASE - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Stationbus
4h 1m
$50–385

Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN) flights

87Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

$49Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Aspen to Boulder.

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Distance: 184.6 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Aspen, CO, USA and Boulder, CO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Aspen to Boulder. However, you can drive to Frisco Transit Center, take the bus to Federal Center Station Gate L, walk to Federal Center Station, take the vehicle to Union Station Light Rail Plaza, walk to Union Station Gate B17, then take the bus to Broadway & Regent Dr. Alternatively, you can drive from Aspen to Boulder in around 3h 59m.

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