What is the cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Golden?

The cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Golden is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 6h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Golden?

The fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Golden is to drive which takes 4h and costs $40 - $65.

Is there a direct bus between Grand Junction and Golden?

No, there is no direct bus from Grand Junction to Golden. However, there are services departing from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility and arriving at Washington Ave & 13th St via Federal Center Station Gate D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

How far is it from Grand Junction to Golden?

The distance between Grand Junction and Golden is 251 miles. The road distance is 231.7 miles.

How do I travel from Grand Junction to Golden without a car?

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Golden without a car is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Grand Junction to Golden?

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Grand Junction to Golden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Junction to Golden bus from?

Grand Junction to Golden bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility station.

Train or bus from Grand Junction to Golden?

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Golden is to bus which takes 6h 6m and costs $35 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $80 - $370 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Grand Junction to Golden bus arrive?

Grand Junction to Golden bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Federal Center Station Gate L.

Can I drive from Grand Junction to Golden?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Junction to Golden is 232 miles. It takes approximately 4h to drive from Grand Junction to Golden.

Where can I stay near Golden?

There are 871+ hotels available in Golden.

Grand Junction to Golden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 5 ways to get from Grand Junction to Golden by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or tram

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Federal Center Station Gate LWest
6h 6m
$39–51
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to DenverCalifornia Zephyr
9h 51m
$80–370
Drive 230.4 mi
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Golden230.4 mi
4h
$42–61
Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly, tram, line 17 bus
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Montrose-Airport-MTJ
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Denver (DEN)MTJ - DEN
3. Take the tram from Union Station Light Rail Plaza to Oak Station
4. Take the bus from Oak Station Gate D to Washington Ave & 13th St
4h 16m
$82–421
Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport, tram, line 17 bus
1. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Denver (DEN)GJT - DEN
2. Take the tram from Union Station Light Rail Plaza to Oak Station
3. Take the bus from Oak Station Gate D to Washington Ave & 13th St
4h 40m
$72–418

Grand Junction to Golden by bus

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6h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 6h 6m

What companies run services between Grand Junction, CO, USA and Golden, CO, USA?

Bustang operates a bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Federal Center Station Gate L every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 5h 25m. Alternatively, Amtrak operates a train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to Denver once daily. Tickets cost $70–370 and the journey takes 8h 34m.

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