What is the cheapest way to get from Aspen to Central City?

The cheapest way to get from Aspen to Central City is to drive which costs $120 - $190 and takes 12h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aspen to Central City?

The fastest way to get from Aspen to Central City is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $55 - $340.

Is there a direct bus between Aspen and Central City?

No, there is no direct bus from Aspen to Central City station. However, there are services departing from Paepcke Park and arriving at Phoenix Bus Station via 27th St Station, Glenwood Springs and Las Vegas Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 46m.

How far is it from Aspen to Central City?

The distance between Aspen and Central City is 501 miles. The road distance is 694.6 miles.

How do I travel from Aspen to Central City without a car?

The best way to get from Aspen to Central City without a car is to bus which takes 24h 46m and costs $160 - $260.

How long does it take to get from Aspen to Central City?

It takes approximately 3h 22m to get from Aspen to Central City, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aspen to Central City bus from?

Aspen to Central City bus services, operated by RFTA, depart from Paepcke Park station.

Bus or fly from Aspen to Central City?

The best way to get from Aspen to Central City is to fly which takes 3h 22m and costs $55 - $340. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $160 - $260 and takes 24h 46m.

Where does the Aspen to Central City bus arrive?

Aspen to Central City bus services, operated by RFTA, arrive at 27th St Station.

What is the time difference between Aspen and Central City?

Central City is 1h behind Aspen. It is currently 9:18 AM in Aspen and 8:18 AM in Central City.

Can I drive from Aspen to Central City?

Yes, the driving distance between Aspen to Central City is 695 miles. It takes approximately 12h 41m to drive from Aspen to Central City.

Where can I stay near Central City?

There are 2770+ hotels available in Central City.

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There are 3 ways to get from Aspen to Central City by plane, bus (Greyhound), or car

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1. Fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Phoenix (PHX)plane ASE - PHX
3h 22m
$57–332
Bus
1. Take the bus from Paepcke Park to 27th St Stationbus Brt / ...
2. Take the bus from Glenwood Springs to Las Vegas Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Las Vegas Bus Terminal to Phoenix Bus Stationbus
24h 46m
$160–258
Drive 690.6 mi
1. Drive from Aspen to Central Citycar 690.6 mi
12h 41m
$126–182

Aspen to Central City by bus

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Distance: 497.6 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

What companies run services between Aspen, CO, USA and Central City, AZ, USA?

American Airlines and United Airlines fly from Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) to Phoenix (PHX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paepcke Park to Phoenix Bus Station via 27th St Station, Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd, Glenwood Springs, and Las Vegas Bus Terminal in around 24h 46m.

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