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

The cheapest way to get from Rifle to Telluride is to drive which costs $30 - $50 and takes 3h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rifle to Telluride is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs $30 - $50.

How far is it from Rifle to Telluride?

The distance between Rifle and Telluride is 188 miles. The road distance is 179.2 miles.

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

It takes approximately 4h 7m to get from Rifle to Telluride, including transfers.

Can I drive from Rifle to Telluride?

Yes, the driving distance between Rifle to Telluride is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Rifle to Telluride.

Where can I stay near Telluride?

There are 686+ hotels available in Telluride.

Rifle to Telluride - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

There are 3 ways to get from Rifle to Telluride by bus, car, or shuttle

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

Bus, drive, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Rifle to Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facilitybus
2. Drive from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Montrose Airportcar
3. Take a shuttle bus from Montrose Airport to Tellurideshuttle Mtj
4h 7m
Drive 178.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Rifle to Telluridecar 178.1 mi
3h 30m
$33–47
Bus, drive, shuttle via Montrose Airport (MTJ)
1. Take the bus from Rifle to Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facilitybus
2. Drive from Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility to Montrose Airportcar
3. Take a shuttle bus from Montrose Airport to Telluride Ski Resort, COshuttle
4h 47m
$125–134

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Rifle to Telluride.

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Distance: 187.3 mi
Duration: 4h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Rifle to Telluride. However, you can take the bus to Grand Junction Downtown Transfer Facility, drive to Montrose Airport, then take the shuttle to Telluride. Alternatively, you can drive from Rifle to Telluride in around 3h 30m.

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