What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Collins to Aspen?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Collins to Aspen is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 7h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Collins to Aspen?

The fastest way to get from Fort Collins to Aspen is to bus and fly which takes 3h 46m and costs $80 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Collins and Aspen?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Collins to Aspen. However, there are services departing from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center and arriving at Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Union Station Gate B19 and West Glenwood Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 45m.

How far is it from Fort Collins to Aspen?

The distance between Fort Collins and Aspen is 282 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Collins to Aspen without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Collins to Aspen without a car is to bus which takes 7h 45m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Fort Collins to Aspen?

It takes approximately 6h 3m to get from Fort Collins to Aspen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Fort Collins to Aspen bus from?

Fort Collins to Aspen bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center station.

Where does the Fort Collins to Aspen bus arrive?

Fort Collins to Aspen bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Union Station.

Can I drive from Fort Collins to Aspen?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Collins to Aspen is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Fort Collins to Aspen.

Where can I stay near Aspen?

There are 978+ hotels available in Aspen.

Fort Collins to Aspen - 6 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Fort Collins to Aspen by bus, car, 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.

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to Vail Transportation Centerbus
3. Drive from Vail Transportation Center to Aspencar
6h 3m
$167–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B19 to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
3. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
7h 45m
$38–55
Drive 218.4 mi
1. Drive from Fort Collins to Aspencar 218.4 mi
4h 29m
$40–58
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane DEN - ASE
3h 46m
$82–369
Bus via Glenwood Springs
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Glenwood Springsbus
3. Take the bus from 27th St Station to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
7h 57m
$40–108
Bus via Vail
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus
2. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to Vail Transportation Centerbus
3. Take the bus from Vail Transportation Center to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
4. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
8h 2m
$165–216

Fort Collins to Aspen by bus

47Weekly Buses

7h 45mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.9 mi
Duration: 6h 3m

What companies run services between Fort Collins, CO, USA and Aspen, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Union Station, Union Station Gate B19, and West Glenwood Park & Ride in around 7h 45m.

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