What is the cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Ouray?

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Ouray is to drive which costs $26 - $40 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Carbondale to Ouray?

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Ouray is to drive which takes 3h 13m and costs $26 - $40.

How far is it from Carbondale to Ouray?

The distance between Carbondale and Ouray is 253 miles. The road distance is 143.5 miles.

How long does it take to get from Carbondale to Ouray?

It takes approximately 8h 36m to get from Carbondale to Ouray, including transfers.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Ouray?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Ouray is 144 miles. It takes approximately 3h 13m to drive from Carbondale to Ouray.

Where can I stay near Ouray?

There are 708+ hotels available in Ouray.

Carbondale to Ouray - 2 ways to travel via bus, car, and shuttle

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There are 2 ways to get from Carbondale to Ouray by bus, car, or shuttle

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Bus, drive, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from 6th St + Colorado Ave to Rubey Parkbus L
2. Drive from Rubey Park to Crested Buttecar
3. Take a shuttle bus from Crested Butte to Montrose Airportshuttle
4. Take a shuttle bus from Montrose Airport to Ouray, COshuttle
8h 36m
$206–294
Drive 142.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Ouraycar 142.7 mi
3h 13m
$26–38

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Distance: 251.4 mi
Duration: 8h 36m

What companies run services between Carbondale, CO, USA and Ouray, CO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Carbondale to Ouray. However, you can take the bus to Rubey Park, drive to Crested Butte, take the shuttle to Montrose Airport, walk to Montrose Airport, then take the shuttle to Ouray, CO. Alternatively, you can drive from Carbondale to Ouray in around 3h 13m.

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