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 $30 - $45 and takes 3h 50m.

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 50m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Aspen and Boulder?

No, there is no direct bus from Aspen to Boulder station. However, there are services departing from Paepcke Park and arriving at Downtown Boulder Station via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Glenwood Springs and Union Station Gate B17. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 26m.

How far is it from Aspen to Boulder?

The distance between Aspen and Boulder is 191 miles. The road distance is 166.3 miles.

How do I travel from Aspen to Boulder without a car?

The best way to get from Aspen to Boulder without a car is to bus which takes 7h 26m and costs $35 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Aspen to Boulder, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aspen to Boulder bus from?

Aspen to Boulder bus services, operated by RFTA, depart from Paepcke Park station.

Where does the Aspen to Boulder bus arrive?

Aspen to Boulder bus services, operated by RFTA, arrive at West Glenwood Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Aspen to Boulder?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Boulder is 166 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Aspen to Boulder.

Where can I stay near Boulder?

There are 155+ hotels available in Boulder.

Aspen to Boulder - 4 ways to travel via car, bus, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Aspen to Boulder by car, bus, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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 Center
2. Take the bus from Frisco Transit Center to Federal Center Station Gate L
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Broadway & Regent DrFf1 / ...
5h 18m
$32–44
Drive 165.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aspen to Boulder165.3 mi
3h 50m
$31–44
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN)ASE - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 8 to Downtown Boulder Station
3h 51m
$55–385
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & RideBrt / ...
2. Take the bus from Glenwood Springs to Denver Union Station
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B17 to Downtown Boulder StationFf1 / ...
7h 26m
$36–55

Aspen to Boulder by bus

7Weekly Buses

7h 26mAverage Duration

$36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Paepcke Park to Downtown Boulder Station via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, Glenwood Springs, Denver Union Station, and Union Station Gate B17 in around 7h 26m.

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