What is the cheapest way to get from Vail to Estes Park?

The cheapest way to get from Vail to Estes Park is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 3h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vail to Estes Park?

The fastest way to get from Vail to Estes Park is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs $23 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Vail and Estes Park?

No, there is no direct bus from Vail to Estes Park. However, there are services departing from Vail Transportation Center and arriving at Estes Park Visitor Center via Union Station Gate B4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Vail to Estes Park?

The distance between Vail and Estes Park is 197 miles. The road distance is 129 miles.

How do I travel from Vail to Estes Park without a car?

The best way to get from Vail to Estes Park without a car is to bus and shuttle which takes 5h 4m and costs $110 - $180.

How long does it take to get from Vail to Estes Park?

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Vail to Estes Park, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vail to Estes Park bus from?

Vail to Estes Park bus services, operated by Bustang, depart from Vail Transportation Center station.

Where does the Vail to Estes Park bus arrive?

Vail to Estes Park bus services, operated by Bustang, arrive at Union Station.

Can I drive from Vail to Estes Park?

Yes, the driving distance between Vail to Estes Park is 129 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Vail to Estes Park.

Where can I stay near Estes Park?

There are 431+ hotels available in Estes Park.

Vail to Estes Park - 3 ways to travel via bus, shuttle, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Vail to Estes Park by bus, shuttle, or car

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Bus, shuttle
best
1. Take the bus from Vail Transportation Center to Denver International Airportbus Epic Mountain Express
2. Take a shuttle bus from Denver International Airport to Estes Park, Coshuttle Denver Aiport
5h 4m
$114–173
Drive 128.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Vail to Estes Parkcar 128.3 mi
3h 5m
$24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vail Transportation Center to Union Stationbus West / ...
2. Take the bus from Union Station Gate B4 to Estes Park Visitor Centerbus Estes
5h 35m
$25–35

Vail to Estes Park by bus

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5h 35mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 196.2 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

What companies run services between Vail, CO, USA and Estes Park, CO, USA?

You can take a bus from Vail Transportation Center to Estes Park Visitor Center via Union Station and Union Station Gate B4 in around 5h 35m.

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