✈ How to get from Denver Airport (DEN) to Boulder

Boulder Colorado is known for its grand mountains, its various outdoor activities, and its lively city centre. Also, home to multiple gourmet restaurants and award-winning breweries the city is truly the best of both worlds; a vibrant city life with beautiful natural surroundings.

So when landing at Denver International Airport and you wish to make your way to Boulder you have 3 transportation options; you can either take a Denver airport taxi or private transfer, an RTD bus or a shared shuttle bus. Taking a Denver airport taxi or private transfer, is always the safest and most convenient travel option. Denver cabs provide a 24/7 door-to-door service to your Boulder hotel, in the comfort of a private vehicle. Your next option, and the more cost-savvy option, would be to take the RTD airport bus straight to Boulder. And finally, you can take a shared shuttle bus from Denver airport to Boulder.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS

OPTION	PRICE	DURATION	AVAILABILITY
Taxi	€75	45min	24/7
Bus	€17.80	75min	05:20–23:20
Shared Shuttle	€84	60min	22:00–

How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by taxi

Arriving in a new city can be stressful, especially after a long flight. Taking a Denver airport cab or private transfer is definitely the easiest and most comfortable travel option to get to Boulder. Taxis and private transfers offer safe and reliable transportation, taking care of your personal belongings in the comfort of a private vehicle.

Taxi fare from Denver International Airport to Boulder

Denver cabs offer fixed rate fares from Denver airport to the most popular destinations, including Boulder. A fixed-rate fare from DEN airport to Boulder costs $89 USD (€75), this price includes airport fees.

Cost

$89 USD (€75)

Trip Duration

45 Min.

*Rates my vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Denver International Airport

Where do I get it from?

The official taxi ranks at Denver International Airport are located at Island 1, outside Doors 505, 507 and 511 (Terminal East), and Doors 506, 510 and 512 (Terminal West).

Convenience

Taking an airport taxi is always the most convenient travel option as you won’t have to find your way around Denver public transportation or worry that your flight is arriving late at night. Denver taxis and transfers are reliable, efficient and available 24/7.

Editor’s Note

Taxis offer fixed rate prices for most popular destinations in Colorado. Nevertheless, it is always good to check with your driver before starting your airport transfer.

Useful Tips

It is good to know that Denver cab prices do not vary during the day, night, weekend or public holidays.

It is customary to tip your taxi driver in Denver; a tip of around 15% is the norm.

Most taxi cabs in Denver accept credit card payments, however it is always good to ask your driver beforehand.

How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by bus

The most affordable way to reach Boulder from Denver International Airport (DEN)is to take the RTD bus. There is a direct bus that runs from the airport to Boulder, the SkyRide bus (AB1). Once in Boulder, the bus stops at Downtown Boulder Station, Boulder Junction and Depot Square Station, where the bus service ends. A bus trip from Denver airport to Boulder city centre takes around 1 hour 15 minutes, in normal traffic conditions.

How much is a bus ticket from DEN airport to Boulder city centre?

Taking the RTD bus from DEN airport to Boulder is an economical way to travel as a one-way bus ticket costs $10.50 USD (€8.90) (this is valid for all bus trips leaving DEN airport). Tickets are paid directly to the driver upon boarding the bus (cash and exact change only).

Cost

$10.50 USD (€8.90)

Trip Duration

1 H 15 Min.

There is an average waiting time of 20 minutes to 1 hour for the bus.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The RTD AB1 bus is available from 05:20 to 23:20 every day.

Where do I get it from?

The Denver airport bus station is located at the DEN Transit Centre, Level 1, adjacent to the Westin Denver International Airport Hotel.

Convenience

The RTD AB1 bus from Denver International Airport to Boulder is a great cost-savvy travel option. Not only is the bus direct to Downtown Boulder, but the bus also operates frequently and every day of the week.

Timetables

RTD DEN to Boulder Schedule

RTD Fares and Passes

Editor’s Note

The times are not exact; buses may depart early after passengers exit, depending on traffic. It is recommended to arrive early.

Useful Tips

Discount fares are available for the bus and apply to seniors 65+, individuals with disabilities, Medicare recipients, and children (senior $5.25, youth aged 6 to 19 $3.20).

If you have any questions you can visit a transit station and pick up schedules, system maps, passes and ticket books or talk to a Customer Service Representative.

How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by shared shuttle

Taking a shared shuttle ride from Denver International Airport to Boulder is another great option, as most shared shuttle companies drop off their travellers directly at their hotel, which can be helpful if you are travelling with heavy luggage.

How much is a shared shuttle ride from DEN airport to Boulder?

A one-way ticket on a shared shuttle bus costs $49 USD (€42). Moreover, seniors and travellers from the military get $5 USD off their price and children travel for free.

You can buy your ticket in cash or by credit card at the airport counter, or if you prefer, you can also pay by cash in the vehicle on the day of travel. Please note that seats on the shuttle are not guaranteed until you have an email confirmation from the shuttle’s booking system.

Cost

$49 USD (€42)

Trip Duration

1 hour

There is an average waiting time of around 2 hours for the shared shuttle buses.

Convenient

Safety

Value for Money

Shared shuttles are available from 07:00 to 22:00 at Denver airport.

Where do I get it from?

Shared shuttle services at Denver International Airport pick-up and drop-off from Jeppesen Terminal Level 5, island 5, outside doors 505-507 (east side) and 510-512 (west side).

Convenience

Taking a shared shuttle service from Denver airport to Boulder is a great way to benefit from a less expensive door-to-door service. However, if you land at the airport during the night or early in the morning, you will have to find another way to get to Boulder. Moreover, if you are travelling with one more person, the price of a taxi will be less than a shared shuttle.

Editor’s Note

When you book a shared ride, you will be grouped with other travellers headed in the same direction, within the same timeframe.

Useful Tips

Depending on time of day, seasonality, and the number of travellers, the shuttle may make a few stops along the way to pick up, or drop off, passengers.

The shuttle companies recommend booking your shared shuttle ride at least 24 hours in advance to ensure timely accommodations, however you can always book your ride at the company's airport counter.

Some shuttles are pet friendly, you will just need to notify the company beforehand.

Frequently asked questions

How far is Denver International Airport from Boulder?

Denver International Airport is located 69 km southeast of Boulder.

Is there a train at Denver International Airport?

A Denver airport train station does exist, however it does not go to Boulder. You will have to take a train to Denver city centre before taking a connecting bus to Boulder. There is currently no train or light rail service out to Boulder from Denver.

How to get from Denver Pearson Airport to Boulder?

If you wish to get from Denver airport to Boulder, you have 3 different travel options; you can either take a Denver airport cab or private transfer, the RTD bus or a shared shuttle bus.

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How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by taxi

Taxi fare from Denver International Airport to Boulder

Cost

$89 USD (€75)

Trip Duration

45 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 at Denver International Airport

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by bus

How much is a bus ticket from DEN airport to Boulder city centre?

Cost

$10.50 USD (€8.90)

Trip Duration

1 H 15 Min.

Convenience

Safety

Value for Money

The RTD AB1 bus is available from 05:20 to 23:20 every day.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Timetables

RTD DEN to Boulder Schedule

RTD Fares and Passes

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

How to get from Denver airport to Boulder by shared shuttle

How much is a shared shuttle ride from DEN airport to Boulder?

Cost

$49 USD (€42)

Trip Duration

1 hour

Convenient

Safety

Value for Money

Shared shuttles are available from 07:00 to 22:00 at Denver airport.

Where do I get it from?

Convenience

Editor’s Note

Useful Tips

Frequently asked questions

How far is Denver International Airport from Boulder?

Is there a train at Denver International Airport?

How to get from Denver Pearson Airport to Boulder?

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