Winter Park sits in Grand County about 67 miles from Denver, a scenic drive over Berthoud Pass on US-40 of roughly 90 minutes. We handle the pass and the weather so you arrive ready to ride.
Ways to get from Denver to Winter Park
Winter Park is the closest big resort to Denver, reached over Berthoud Pass on US-40 or by the seasonal ski train. Here is how the options compare.
Private car service, door to door
Get from Denver or the airport to Winter Park in a private vehicle, just your party and a professional driver. No shared van and no fixed train schedule. We track your flight and take Berthoud Pass so you arrive ready to ride.
Shared Shuttle
Shared shuttle options to Winter Park over Berthoud Pass are limited and run on a fixed schedule. You share the van with other riders and work around their stops, so it takes longer than a private ride.
Rent a Car
You can rent a car and drive yourself to Winter Park. That means the climb over Berthoud Pass, mountain weather, and parking, which is a lot to manage after a long travel day.
The Ski Train
The seasonal Winter Park Express ski train runs from Denver’s Union Station to the resort base on select winter days. It is a fun ride, but it follows a fixed schedule and only runs part of the year.
Uber and Lyft
Uber and Lyft sometimes serve Winter Park, but mountain drivers are limited and prices surge when it is busy. A ride home can be hard to find, so book ahead if you go this route.
Why Winter Park is the easy mountain trip
Winter Park is the closest major ski resort to Denver, which makes it a favorite for day and weekend trips. The drive climbs Berthoud Pass on US-40, a beautiful but demanding road in winter. The resort is known for its terrain in the snow and the Trestle bike park in summer, with the town of Fraser just down the valley.
Car seats for kids, installed right
Traveling with little ones? Gold Rush has CPS-certified car seat installers on staff. We bring clean infant and toddler car seats and fit them correctly, so your family rides safe from Denver to Winter Park and back. Just tell us their ages when you book.
Common questions about Denver to Winter Park
Winter Park is about 67 miles from Denver, around 90 minutes by car in good weather. We drive you the whole way, door to door.
We charge a flat rate based on your group size, vehicle, and pickup, with no surge pricing. Ask for a quick quote and you will know the price before you book.
Yes. Our drivers are CPS-certified installers, and we bring clean infant and toddler seats fitted correctly. Just tell us the ages when you book.
Yes. We track your flight, meet you at baggage claim at Denver International, and head straight to Winter Park. The ride home is timed to your departure.