What is the cheapest way to get from Thornton to Aspen?

The cheapest way to get from Thornton to Aspen is to drive which costs $29 - $45 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Thornton to Aspen?

The fastest way to get from Thornton to Aspen is to train and fly which takes 3h 33m and costs $40 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Thornton and Aspen?

No, there is no direct bus from Thornton to Aspen. However, there are services departing from Thornton PnR Gate C and arriving at Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Union Station Gate B19 and West Glenwood Park & Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Thornton to Aspen?

The distance between Thornton and Aspen is 239 miles. The road distance is 163.5 miles.

How do I travel from Thornton to Aspen without a car?

The best way to get from Thornton to Aspen without a car is to bus via Glenwood Springs which takes 5h 56m and costs $30 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Thornton to Aspen?

It takes approximately 5h 48m to get from Thornton to Aspen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thornton to Aspen bus from?

Thornton to Aspen bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Union Station Gate B19.

Where does the Thornton to Aspen bus arrive?

Thornton to Aspen bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at West Glenwood Park & Ride station.

Can I drive from Thornton to Aspen?

Yes, the driving distance between Thornton to Aspen is 163 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Thornton to Aspen.

Where can I stay near Aspen?

There are 760+ hotels available in Aspen.

Thornton to Aspen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Thornton to Aspen by bus, car, train, plane, or bus (Greyhound)

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
best
1. Take the bus from Denver International Airport to Vail Transportation Centerbus Epic Mountain Express
2. Drive from Vail Transportation Center to Aspencar
5h 48m
$138–176
Drive 162.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thornton to Aspencar 162.5 mi
3h 47m
$30–43
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Original Thornton - 88th Station Track 1 to Union Stationtrain
2. Fly from Denver (DEN) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane DEN - ASE
3h 33m
$43–266
Bus via Glenwood Springs
1. Take the bus from Denver Union Station to Glenwood Springsbus Greyhound US0550 / ...
2. Take the bus from 27th St Station to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
5h 56m
$33–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B19 to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus West
2. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Garmisch St + Hopkins Avebus Brt / ...
6h 45m
$31–44

Thornton to Aspen by train and bus

14Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 237.7 mi
Duration: 5h 48m

What companies run services between Thornton, CO, USA and Aspen, CO, USA?

You can take a train from Original Thornton - 88th Station Track 1 to Garmisch St + Hopkins Ave via Union Station, Denver Union Station, Glenwood Springs, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, and 27th St Station in around 5h 56m.

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