Driving Directions

From Denver, Aspen is 220 miles (3-1/2 hours) via I-70 West to Glenwood Springs. Aspen is then due east on Highway 82. Another scenic route from Denver is I-70 West to 91 South through Leadville to 24 South, then west onto Highway 82 over Independence Pass.

From Grand Junction, Aspen is an easy 2-1/2 hour drive east on I-70, connecting with Highway 82 in Glenwood Springs.

From Eagle/Vail, Aspen is about 70 miles, first on I-70 West to Glenwood Springs, and then connecting with Highway 82 to Aspen.