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

The cheapest way to get from Boulder to Basalt is to bus via Glenwood Springs which costs $29 - $55 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Boulder to Basalt is to drive which takes 3h 49m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Boulder and Basalt?

No, there is no direct bus from Boulder to Basalt. However, there are services departing from Broadway & 20th St and arriving at Basalt Park & Ride UV via Denver Union Station, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd and 27th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

How far is it from Boulder to Basalt?

The distance between Boulder and Basalt is 215 miles. The road distance is 171.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Boulder to Basalt without a car is to bus via Glenwood Springs which takes 6h 10m and costs $29 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 10m to get from Boulder to Basalt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Boulder to Basalt bus from?

Boulder to Basalt bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, depart from Broadway & 20th St station.

Where does the Boulder to Basalt bus arrive?

Boulder to Basalt bus services, operated by Regional Transportation District, arrive at Union Station.

Can I drive from Boulder to Basalt?

Yes, the driving distance between Boulder to Basalt is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 49m to drive from Boulder to Basalt.

Where can I stay near Basalt?

There are 595+ hotels available in Basalt.

Boulder to Basalt - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, plane, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Boulder to Basalt by bus (Greyhound), car, bus, plane, 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.

Bus via Glenwood Springs
best
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 20th St to Union Stationbus Ff2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Glenwood Springsbus Greyhound US0550 / ...
6h 10m
$30–55
Drive 170.5 mi
1. Drive from Boulder to Basaltcar 170.5 mi
3h 49m
$32–45
Bus, fly to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport
1. Take the bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver Airport Station Gate 6bus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane DEN - ASE
4h
$38–279
Bus
1. Take the bus from Broadway & 20th St to Union Stationbus Ff2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B19 to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
3. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Basalt Park & Ride UVbus Brt / ...
6h 35m
$30–42
Bus, fly to Eagle County Regional Airport, taxi
1. Take the bus from US 36 & Flatiron Station Gate A to Denver Airport Station Gate 6bus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE)plane DEN - EGE
3. Take the taxi from Eagle-Airport-EGE to Basalttaxi
4h 32m
$156–426

Boulder to Basalt by bus

14Weekly Buses

6h 10mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 213.4 mi
Duration: 6h 10m

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

You can take a bus from Broadway & 20th St to Basalt Park & Ride UV via Denver Union Station, Glenwood Springs, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, and 27th St Station in around 6h 10m.

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