What is the cheapest way to get from Seattle to Basalt?

The cheapest way to get from Seattle to Basalt is to bus which costs $170 - $330 and takes 26h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Seattle to Basalt?

The fastest way to get from Seattle to Basalt is to fly and taxi which takes 6h 12m and costs $210 - $600.

Is there a direct bus between Seattle and Basalt?

No, there is no direct bus from Seattle station to Basalt. However, there are services departing from Seattle Bus Station and arriving at Basalt Park & Ride UV via Hwy 6 + Soccer Field Rd and 27th St Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 30m.

How far is it from Seattle to Basalt?

The distance between Seattle and Basalt is 996 miles. The road distance is 1172.8 miles.

How do I travel from Seattle to Basalt without a car?

The best way to get from Seattle to Basalt without a car is to bus which takes 26h 30m and costs $170 - $330.

How long does it take to get from Seattle to Basalt?

It takes approximately 7h 12m to get from Seattle to Basalt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Seattle to Basalt bus from?

Seattle to Basalt bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, depart from Seattle Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Seattle to Basalt?

The best way to get from Seattle to Basalt is to fly which takes 7h 12m and costs $90 - $410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $170 - $330 and takes 26h 30m.

Where does the Seattle to Basalt bus arrive?

Seattle to Basalt bus services, operated by Greyhound USA, arrive at Glenwood Springs station.

What is the time difference between Seattle and Basalt?

Basalt is 1h ahead of Seattle. It is currently 3:15 PM in Seattle and 4:15 PM in Basalt.

Can I drive from Seattle to Basalt?

Yes, the driving distance between Seattle to Basalt is 1173 miles. It takes approximately 21h 15m to drive from Seattle to Basalt.

Where can I stay near Basalt?

There are 615+ hotels available in Basalt.

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There are 7 ways to get from Seattle to Basalt by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

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Fly to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport
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1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE)plane SEA - ASE
7h 12m
$93–409
Bus (Greyhound)
1. Take the bus from Seattle Bus Station to Glenwood Springsbus Greyhound US0550
26h 30m
$176–330
Drive 1,166 mi
1. Drive from Seattle to Basaltcar 1,166 mi
21h 15m
$213–308
Fly to Eagle County Regional Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE)plane SEA - EGE
2. Take the taxi from Eagle-Airport-EGE to Basalttaxi
6h 12m
$211–556
Fly to Grand Junction Regional Airport, bus
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT)plane SEA - GJT
2. Take the bus from Grand Junction Regional Airport to West Glenwood Park & Ridebus
3. Take the bus from West Glenwood Park & Ride to Basalt Park & Ride UVbus
11h
$118–500
Fly to Yampa Valley Airport, drive
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Yampa Valley Airport (HDN)plane SEA - HDN
2. Drive from Yampa Valley Airport (HDN) to Basaltcar
8h 18m
$114–451
Fly to Gunnison County Airport, drive
1. Fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Gunnison County Airport (GUC)plane SEA - GUC
2. Drive from Gunnison County Airport (GUC) to Basaltcar
9h 49m
$107–441

Seattle to Basalt by bus (Greyhound)

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Distance: 990.6 mi
Duration: 7h 12m

What companies run services between Seattle, WA, USA and Basalt, CO, USA?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Inc., and two other airlines fly from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport (ASE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Greyhound USA operates a bus from Seattle Bus Station to Glenwood Springs once daily. Tickets cost $170–330 and the journey takes 25h 15m.

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How to get fromSeattle to Basaltby plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

There are 7 ways to get from Seattle to Basalt by plane, bus (Greyhound), car, taxi, or bus

Fly to Aspen–Pitkin County Airport

Bus (Greyhound)

Drive 1,166 mi

Fly to Eagle County Regional Airport, taxi

Fly to Grand Junction Regional Airport, bus

Fly to Yampa Valley Airport, drive

Fly to Gunnison County Airport, drive