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

The cheapest way to get from Grand Junction to Vernal is to drive which costs $25 - $40 and takes 3h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Grand Junction to Vernal is to drive which takes 3h 25m and costs $25 - $40.

How far is it from Grand Junction to Vernal?

The distance between Grand Junction and Vernal is 482 miles. The road distance is 142.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Grand Junction to Vernal without a car is to train and shuttle which takes 11h 55m and costs $95 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 11h 55m to get from Grand Junction to Vernal, including transfers.

Can I drive from Grand Junction to Vernal?

Yes, the driving distance between Grand Junction to Vernal is 143 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Grand Junction to Vernal.

Where can I stay near Vernal?

There are 18+ hotels available in Vernal.

Grand Junction to Vernal - 2 ways to travel via train, shuttle, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Grand Junction to Vernal by train, shuttle, or car

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Train, shuttle
best
1. Take the train from Grand Junction Amtrak Station to Salt Lake Citytrain California Zephyr
2. Take a shuttle bus from Downtown Salt Lake to Vernal Quality Innshuttle Salt Lake
11h 55m
$99–197
Drive 141.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Grand Junction to Vernalcar 141.7 mi
3h 25m
$26–38

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Grand Junction to Vernal.

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Distance: 479 mi
Duration: 11h 55m

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

There is no direct connection from Grand Junction to Vernal. However, you can take the train to Salt Lake City, walk to Salt Lake Central Station, take the line 701 vehicle to Arena Station, walk to North Temple / 300 W, take the line 1 bus to West Temple / North Temple, walk to Downtown Salt Lake, take the shuttle to Vernal Quality Inn, then take the taxi to Vernal. Alternatively, you can drive from Grand Junction to Vernal in around 3h 25m.

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