What is the cheapest way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs is to drive which costs $28 - $45 and takes 3h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs is to drive which takes 3h 51m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Aspen and Colorado Springs?

No, there is no direct bus from Aspen to Colorado Springs. However, there are services departing from Paepcke Park and arriving at Colorado Springs via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Union Station Gate B22 and Denver. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

How far is it from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

The distance between Aspen and Colorado Springs is 279 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

How do I travel from Aspen to Colorado Springs without a car?

The best way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs without a car is to bus via Denver which takes 8h 39m and costs $70 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

It takes approximately 8h 39m to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aspen to Colorado Springs bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

The best way to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs is to bus via Denver which takes 8h 39m and costs $70 - $110. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $45 - $290 and takes 5h 31m.

Where does the Aspen to Colorado Springs bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Aspen to Colorado Springs?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Colorado Springs is 156 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Aspen to Colorado Springs.

Where can I stay near Colorado Springs?

There are 663+ hotels available in Colorado Springs.

Aspen to Colorado Springs - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Aspen to Colorado Springs by bus, car, 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.

Bus via Denver
best
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & RideBrt / ...
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Union Station
3. Take the bus from Denver to Colorado Springs
8h 39m
$72–103
Drive 155.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aspen to Colorado Springs155.4 mi
3h 51m
$29–41
Fly to Colorado Springs Airport
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS)ASE - COS
5h 31m
$46–286
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & RideBrt / ...
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Union Station
3. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Colorado Springs Downtown Station
9h 14m
$40–56
Bus via Frisco
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & RideBrt / ...
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Frisco Transit Center
3. Take the bus from Frisco Transfer Station to Denver International Airport
4. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to The Antlers; S. Cascade
9h 19m
$159–200
Fly to Denver, bus
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN)ASE - DEN
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to The Antlers; S. Cascade
4h 39m
$92–427

Aspen to Colorado Springs by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

8h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 277 mi
Duration: 8h 39m

What companies run services between Aspen, CO, USA and Colorado Springs, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Paepcke Park to Colorado Springs via West Glenwood Park & Ride, Union Station Gate B22, 19th St & Curtis St, and Denver in around 8h 39m. Alternatively, United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Colorado Springs Airport (COS) every 4 hours.

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