When you visit Steamboat, you're visiting a genuine Colorado mountain town that's steeped in history, surrounded by ranches, barns, horse and cattle, and just so happens to boast one of the biggest and best ski mountains in the country. We are in the heart of the American West, with a ranching heritage that is still such a big part of our community. Read below to find out the best ways to get here and other useful information.
    • Flights to Steamboat
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      Flying to Steamboat is Easier Than Ever
      For as far away as Steamboat feels, we’re actually one of the most accessible ski resorts in Colorado. Yampa Valley Regional Airport (HDN) is your gateway to our little corner of Northwest Colorado and is just a short drive from downtown Steamboat.
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      Steamboat Springs is only minutes from the Hayden Airport (HDN) and between 3.5 and 4 hours from Denver International Airport (DEN), weather and road condition dependent.
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      Prefer to rent your own car while in Steamboat? Steamboat Central Reservations® can help you book your rental car to and around Steamboat from respected rental companies.
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    • Bus Service From Denver

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      Starting December 16, Snowstang will provide 40 days of weekend bus service between Denver and Steamboat Springs on Saturdays and Sundays, as well as the Martin Luther King Jr. and Presidents Day holidays. Passengers can board at either Denver Union Station or the Denver Federal Center. Fares are $20 one-way, or $40 Roundtrip for Steamboat Springs. Additional discounts will be available for Seniors and Children. Children age 2 - 11 ride free with a full fare-paying adult ticket.

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    • Driving to Steamboat
      The Hayden airport is located just a few miles east of Hayden and approximately 22 miles/35 km west of Steamboat Springs off Highway 40. From the airport, take the access road about 2 miles/3.2 km out to Highway 40 and turn right. Steamboat is about 22 miles/35 km east. While there is no public bus service from the airport, but shuttle services are available.

      157 miles/250 km northwest of Denver, an easy 3 hour drive. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, Exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).
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      Take CO 14 West, through Poudre Canyon, over Cameron Pass until Walden, CO. Take CO 14 (toward Steamboat Springs) until US 40, and turn right (West) over Muddy and Rabbit Ears Passes to Steamboat Springs.
      230 miles/368 km Northwest of Colorado Springs. Take I-25 north to C 470 (53 miles/85 km) then C 470 west to I-70 west (15 miles/24 km). Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles/85 km).
      Take I-70 West through Glenwood Springs and Eagle to Exit 157 (117 miles/187 km). Take CO 131 North (75 miles/120 km) to US 40. Turn left on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (4 miles).
      Take US 40/UT 189 South to Heber City, UT. Stay on US 40, Steamboat Springs is about 5 1/2 hours from Park City.
      Take WY 230 West (Snowy Range exit) through Mountain Home to the Wyoming/Colorado border, the road changes to CO 127. Stay on CO 127 to Walden. Take CO 14 West to US 40 at Muddy Pass and Rabbit Ears Pass to Steamboat Springs.
      Take this route if US 40 over Rabbit Ears Pass is closed and you're coming from Denver or Colorado Springs. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, exit 205 (67 miles/107 km). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles/59 km). Head west on US 40 until the intersection with CO 134 (6 miles/9.6 km). Turn left and go over Gore Pass (CO 134). At Toponas, take Colorado 131 north to Steamboat Springs (40 miles/64 km). Or, take I-70 west (through Vail) until Exit 157. Take CO 131 North to Steamboat Springs (75 miles/120 km), then left on US 40 to town (4 miles/6.4 km).
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    • Getting Around Town

      STEAMBOAT SPRINGS TRANSIT
      With Steamboat Springs Transit (SST) Free Bus system, getting around Steamboat without your personal vehicle is easy! The City of Steamboat Springs offers a comprehensive system of FREE bus transportation between the ski area and downtown, as well as most hotels, condominiums, restaurants, grocery and entertainment locations. The ski area is located miles/4.8 km southeast of downtown Steamboat Springs.



      Steamboat Springs Transit Schedule


      LODGING PROPERTY SHUTTLES
      Many local lodging properties offer private shuttle service to take you anywhere in town you might need to go. The extent of the service varies by property.

      Call your selected lodging property directly to inquire about shuttle service,
      or reach out to Steamboat Central Reservations® for more information:
      877-783-2628 [toll free] or 970-879-0740 [International]

      TAXI SERVICE
      Local taxi service is available and provided by Steamboat Express. Call Steamboat Express at 970-879-2800 for rates and to schedule a pickup time. Please note: Uber and Lyft ride services are not consistently available, and are typically only present on weekends and holidays.
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