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

The cheapest way to get from Carbondale to Telluride is to drive which costs $30 - $45 and takes 3h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carbondale to Telluride is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs $30 - $45.

How far is it from Carbondale to Telluride?

The distance between Carbondale and Telluride is 278 miles. The road distance is 171.9 miles.

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

It takes approximately 8h 1m to get from Carbondale to Telluride, including transfers.

Can I drive from Carbondale to Telluride?

Yes, the driving distance between Carbondale to Telluride is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Carbondale to Telluride.

Where can I stay near Telluride?

There are 657+ hotels available in Telluride.

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

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There are 2 ways to get from Carbondale to Telluride 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 Tellurideshuttle Mtj
8h 1m
$243–396
Drive 170.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Carbondale to Telluridecar 170.9 mi
3h 56m
$32–45

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Distance: 276.8 mi
Duration: 8h 1m

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

There is no direct connection from Carbondale to Telluride. However, you can take the bus to Rubey Park, drive to Crested Butte, take the shuttle to Montrose Airport, then take the shuttle to Telluride. Alternatively, you can drive from Carbondale to Telluride in around 3h 56m.

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