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

The cheapest way to get from Fort Collins to Thornton is to drive which costs $9 - $15 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Fort Collins to Thornton is to drive which takes 56 min and costs $9 - $15.

Is there a direct bus between Fort Collins and Thornton?

No, there is no direct bus from Fort Collins to Thornton. However, there are services departing from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center and arriving at Thornton PnR Gate C via Wagon Road PnR Gate D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Fort Collins to Thornton?

The distance between Fort Collins and Thornton is 71 miles. The road distance is 54.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Fort Collins to Thornton without a car is to bus via Union Station which takes 1h 58m and costs $13 - $17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Fort Collins to Thornton, including transfers.

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

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

Where does the Fort Collins to Thornton bus arrive?

Fort Collins to Thornton bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Wagon Road PnR Gate E station.

Can I drive from Fort Collins to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Collins to Thornton is 55 miles. It takes approximately 56 min to drive from Fort Collins to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 852+ hotels available in Thornton.

Fort Collins to Thornton - 4 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Fort Collins to Thornton by bus 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.

Bus via Union Station
best
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Stationbus North / ...
1h 58m
$13–17
Drive 54.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Collins to Thorntoncar 54.5 mi
56 min
$10–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Wagon Road PnR Gate Ebus Rams
2h 14m
$12–15
Bus via Denver Airport Station Gate 10
1. Take the bus from CSU Transit Center to Denver International Airport Dropoffsbus Groome Transportation - Northern CO
2. Take the bus from Denver Airport Station Gate 10 to 104th Ave & Irma Drbus 104L
2h 31m
$44–59

Fort Collins to Thornton by bus and train

47Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

$13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

Bustang operates a bus from Fort Collins Downtown Transit Center to Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $10–14 and the journey takes 1h 20m.

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