Getting to Crested Butte
Crested Butte by Air
Flying to Crested Butte has never been easier! We have daily nonstop service from Denver to Gunnison/Crested Butte on United Airlines and daily nonstop service from Dallas to Gunnison/Crested Butte on American Airlines. Convenient connections available from other major airports.
We're a relaxing 30 minute drive from the airport either by shuttle or rental car.
On the ground
Located near the center of the state, Crested Butte is easy to get to no matter where you're coming from. Drive time from Denver is a little over 4 hours.
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From the Airport
Alpine Express shuttles meet every flight and provide scenic door-to-door service between Gunnison Airport and Crested Butte. Be sure to make an advanced reservation. You can reserve online using the Booking Tool on the right. Or call 800-810-7669 or 970-349-2222 to talk with one of our local travel experts.
Rental cars are available on-site at the Gunnison/Crested Butte airport. Advanced reservations are recommended. Contact Crested Butte Vacations at 800-810-7669 to reserve a rental car at discounted rates for all airports in CO, including Gunnison-Crested Butte (GUC).
In Town
Once in Crested Butte, you can use the free shuttle service in Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte. Shuttle schedules vary, usually running every 15 minutes during peak season and several times per hour during other times of the year. Visit the Town of Crested Butte website for more information on the free Mountain Express shuttle service.
