What is the cheapest way to get from Rifle to Golden?

The cheapest way to get from Rifle to Golden is to bus via Glenwood Springs which costs $29 - $45 and takes 5h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Rifle to Golden?

The fastest way to get from Rifle to Golden is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs $30 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Rifle and Golden?

No, there is no direct bus from Rifle to Golden. However, there are services departing from Rifle and arriving at Washington Ave & 13th St via Federal Center Station Gate D. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Rifle to Golden?

The distance between Rifle and Golden is 189 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

How do I travel from Rifle to Golden without a car?

The best way to get from Rifle to Golden without a car is to bus which takes 4h 51m and costs $29 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Rifle to Golden?

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Rifle to Golden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rifle to Golden bus from?

Rifle to Golden bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Rifle station.

Where does the Rifle to Golden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Rifle to Golden?

Yes, the driving distance between Rifle to Golden is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Rifle to Golden.

Where can I stay near Golden?

There are 874+ hotels available in Golden.

Rifle to Golden - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Rifle to Golden by bus, car, or plane

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 Rifle to Federal Center Station Gate Lbus West
4h 51m
$30–39
Bus via Glenwood Springs
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railroad Ave + 5th St to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus Hgb
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Federal Center Station Gate Lbus West
5h 41m
$29–42
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Rifle to Goldencar 171 mi
3h 3m
$32–46
Bus to Grand Junction Regional Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Rifle to Grand Junction Regional Airportbus
2. Fly from Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) to Denver (DEN)plane GJT - DEN
5h 46m
$87–430
Bus, bus to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Railroad Ave + 5th St to 27th St Stationbus
2. Take the bus from 27th St Station to AABC Airport UVbus
3. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Denver (DEN)plane ASE - DEN
6h 20m
$74–405

Rifle to Golden by bus

42Weekly Buses

4h 51mAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 187.5 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

What companies run services between Rifle, CO, USA and Golden, CO, USA?

Bustang operates a bus from Rifle to Federal Center Station Gate L every 4 hours. Tickets cost $26–40 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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