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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Union Station | Crested Butte 4-Way Stop near Chamber of Commerce | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Crested Butte 4-Way Stop near Chamber of Commerce | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Crested Butte 4-Way Stop near Chamber of Commerce | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Crested Butte 4-Way Stop near Chamber of Commerce | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Union Station | Crested Butte 4-Way Stop near Chamber of Commerce | No tags |
Get from Denver to Crested Butte
The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $75, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 5671 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the WiFi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $75
Amtrak Denver Crested Butte recent customer reviews
+: Comfy seating, good driving, friendly driver, enough stops -: Bus wasn't on display at station
Karin D.
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Denver to Crested Butte by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Denver to Crested Butte?
The cheapest bus tickets from Denver to Crested Butte start from $75. The average price for this route is around $75. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Denver to Crested Butte?
The average bus travel time from Denver to Crested Butte is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 197 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 45m and is operated by Amtrak.
Which bus companies service the Denver to Crested Butte route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 1 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Denver to Crested Butte?
The earliest bus departs from Denver to Crested Butte at 1:50pm. And the latest bus departs at 1:50pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Denver to Crested Butte?
A bus trip from Denver to Crested Butte generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Denver to Crested Butte was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $71To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Denver to Crested Butte, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $71 to $71 for a bus ticket from Denver to Crested Butte based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $71 which is on 2025-12-26.
