How to get from Vail to Boulder by bus?

From Vail to Boulder by bus

To get from Vail to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO, take the EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS bus from Vail Transportation Center station to Denver International Airport station. Next, take the AB1 bus from Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10 station to 27th Way & Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 23 min. The ride fare is $99.50. The bus schedule from Vail may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boulder on the Moovit app.

203min$99.50
Walk to bus station
Bus - EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESSEPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS
Bus - AB1AB1
Leaves from Vail Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vail Transportation Center
    100 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESSEPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS
    Wait for bus
    EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS
    Frisco
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Denver International Airport
    125 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10
    ID 34503
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - AB1AB1
    Wait for bus
    AB1
    Downtown Boulder Via E-470
  • 6
    Ride to bus station 27th Way & Broadway
    Ride to bus station
    27th Way & Broadway
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Vail to Boulder by bus via PEAK 1 EXPRESS and AB1

To get from Vail to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO, take the PEAK 1 EXPRESS bus from Vail Transportation Center station to Denver International Airport station. Next, take the AB1 bus from Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10 station to 27th Way & Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 47 min. The bus schedule from Vail may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boulder on the Moovit app.

227min
Walk to bus station
Bus - PEAK 1 EXPRESSPEAK 1 EXPRESS
Bus - AB1AB1
Leaves from Vail Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vail Transportation Center
    ID 35174
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - PEAK 1 EXPRESSPEAK 1 EXPRESS
    Wait for bus
    PEAK 1 EXPRESS
    Denver International Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Denver International Airport
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10
    ID 34503
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - AB1AB1
    Wait for bus
    AB1
    Downtown Boulder Via E-470
  • 6
    Ride to bus station 27th Way & Broadway
    Ride to bus station
    27th Way & Broadway
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Vail to Boulder

The distance between Vail, Denver - Boulder, CO and Boulder, Denver - Boulder, CO is approximately 162.82 mi, which can typically be travelled in 203 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Vail to Boulder by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Denver - Boulder, CO – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Vail to Boulder

To check the bus schedule from Vail to Boulder using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Vail) and destination (Boulder), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Vail to Boulder by bus via PEAK 1 EXPRESS and AB1

To get from Vail to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO, take the PEAK 1 EXPRESS bus from Vail Transportation Center station to Denver International Airport station. Next, take the AB1 bus from Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10 station to 27th Way & Broadway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 47 min. The bus schedule from Vail may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Boulder on the Moovit app.

227min
Walk to bus station
Bus - PEAK 1 EXPRESSPEAK 1 EXPRESS
Bus - AB1AB1
Leaves from Vail Transportation Center

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Vail Transportation Center
    ID 35174
    60 yd • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - PEAK 1 EXPRESSPEAK 1 EXPRESS
    Wait for bus
    PEAK 1 EXPRESS
    Denver International Airport
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Denver International Airport
    145 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Denver Airport Station Bus Gates 6,7,8,9 & 10
    ID 34503
    170 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - AB1AB1
    Wait for bus
    AB1
    Downtown Boulder Via E-470
  • 6
    Ride to bus station 27th Way & Broadway
    Ride to bus station
    27th Way & Broadway
    54 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Vail to Boulder?

    The fastest way takes 203 minutes, using Bus line EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS, Bus line AB1.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Vail to Boulder?

    The alternative route takes 227 minutes, using Bus line PEAK 1 EXPRESS, Bus line AB1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Vail and Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 23 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Vail to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO?

    The EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS bus line goes from Vail Transportation Center station near Vail to Frisco station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Frisco station near Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO.

  • How long does it take to travel from Vail to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO by bus?

    The total travel time between Vail and Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO by bus is about 3 hr 23 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Vail to get to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO?

    Get on the EPIC MOUNTAIN EXPRESS bus from the Vail Transportation Center stop near Vail in Denver - Boulder, CO.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Vail and Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO?

    Get off the bus at the Frisco stop, which is closest to Boulder in Denver - Boulder, CO.

  • How much is the bus fare from Vail to Boulder?

    The ride from Vail to Boulder costs $99.50.

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