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

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Cortez is to drive which costs $45 - $75 and takes 6h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Cortez is to fly and drive which takes 5h 39m and costs $60 - $330.

How far is it from Aspen to Cortez?

The distance between Aspen and Cortez is 214 miles. The road distance is 270.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aspen to Cortez without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 12h 37m and costs $300 - $440.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Aspen to Cortez, including transfers.

Can I drive from Aspen to Cortez?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Cortez is 270 miles. It takes approximately 6h 11m to drive from Aspen to Cortez.

Where can I stay near Cortez?

There are 45+ hotels available in Cortez.

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

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

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

Fly, drive
best
1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO)ASE - DRO
2. Drive from Durango-Airport-DRO to Cortez
5h 39m
$62–328
Drive 268.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Aspen to Cortez268.8 mi
6h 11m
$50–71
Bus, taxi
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to West Glenwood Park & RideBrt / ...
2. Take the bus from Glenwood Springs to Green River
3. Take the bus from Green River to Blanding
4. Take the bus from Blanding - Clark's Market to Aneth - Red Mesa Express16
5. Take the taxi from Aneth - Red Mesa Express to Cortez
12h 37m
$300–439

Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) flights

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.6 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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

There is no direct connection from Aspen to Cortez. However, you can take the bus to AABC Airport DV, walk to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) airport, fly to Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO), then drive to Cortez. Alternatively, you can take the bus to West Glenwood Park & Ride, take the bus to Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, walk to Glenwood Springs, take the bus to Green River, take the bus to Blanding, walk to Blanding - Clark's Market, take the bus to Aneth - Red Mesa Express, then take the taxi to Cortez.

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