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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Thornton is to bus which costs $40 - $55 and takes 6h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Thornton is to drive and fly which takes 3h 57m and costs $75 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Grand Junction and Thornton?

No, there is no direct train from Grand Junction station to Thornton station. However, there are services departing from Grand Junction Amtrak Station and arriving at Original Thornton - 88th Station Track 2 via Union Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Grand Junction to Thornton?

The distance between Grand Junction and Thornton is 260 miles. The road distance is 251 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Thornton without a car is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $40 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Grand Junction to Thornton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Grand Junction to Thornton train from?

Grand Junction to Thornton train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Grand Junction Amtrak Station.

Train or bus from Grand Junction to Thornton?

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Thornton is to bus which takes 6h 28m and costs $40 - $55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $75 - $370 and takes 9h 12m.

Where does the Grand Junction to Thornton train arrive?

Grand Junction to Thornton train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Denver station.

Can I drive from Grand Junction to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Junction to Thornton is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Grand Junction to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 1061+ hotels available in Thornton.

Grand Junction to Thornton - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Grand Junction to Thornton by bus, train (Amtrak), car, plane, or train

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 Union Stationbus West
6h 28m
$40–53
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to Denvertrain California Zephyr
9h 12m
$77–367
Drive 249.5 mi
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Thorntoncar 249.5 mi
4h 14m
$46–66
Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport, train
1. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Denver (DEN)plane GJT - DEN
2. Take the train from Union Station to Original Thornton - 88th Station Track 2train
4h 5m
$74–414
Drive to Montrose Regional Airport, fly
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Montrose-Airport-MTJcar
2. Fly from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) to Denver (DEN)plane MTJ - DEN
3h 57m
$79–428
Bus, bus to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to AABC Airport UVbus
3. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN)plane ASE - DEN
7h 10m
$81–417

Grand Junction to Thornton by bus and train

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6h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 258.1 mi
Duration: 6h 28m

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

Bustang operates a bus from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Union Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost $35–50 and the journey takes 5h 50m. 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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