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

The cheapest way to get from California to Aspen is to bus which costs $110 - $240 and takes 20h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from California to Aspen is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $65 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between California and Aspen?

No, there is no direct bus from California station to Aspen. However, there are services departing from Los Angeles Union Station and arriving at Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd and 27th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 27m.

How far is it from California to Aspen?

The distance between California and Aspen is 759 miles. The road distance is 905 miles.

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

The best way to get from California to Aspen without a car is to bus which takes 20h 27m and costs $110 - $240.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from California to Aspen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the California to Aspen bus from?

California to Aspen bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Los Angeles Union Station.

Bus or fly from California to Aspen?

The best way to get from California to Aspen is to fly which takes 4h 9m and costs $65 - $320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $110 - $240 and takes 20h 27m.

Where does the California to Aspen bus arrive?

California to Aspen bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Las Vegas Bus Terminal station.

What is the time difference between California and Aspen?

Aspen is 1h ahead of California. It is currently 12:05 AM in California and 1:05 AM in Aspen.

Can I drive from California to Aspen?

Yes, the driving distance between California to Aspen is 905 miles. It takes approximately 13h 58m to drive from California to Aspen.

Where can I stay near Aspen?

There are 977+ hotels available in Aspen.

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

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

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

Fly from Los Angeles International Airport
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1. Fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane LAX - ASE
4h 9m
$67–316
Bus
1. Take the bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Glenwood Springsbus
3. Take the bus from 27th St Station to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
20h 27m
$110–234
Drive 899.7 mi
1. Drive from Los Angeles to Aspencar 899.7 mi
13h 58m
$165–238
Fly from San Francisco International Airport
1. Fly from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane SFO - ASE
4h 28m
$76–386

California to Aspen by bus

7Weekly Buses

20h 27mAverage Duration

$110Cheapest Price

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Distance: 754.4 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Los Angeles Union Station to Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Las Vegas Bus Terminal, Glenwood Springs, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, and 27th St Station in around 20h 27m.

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