Dillon sits on the shore of Lake Dillon in Summit County, about 70 miles west of Denver and roughly 90 minutes up I-70. We do the driving so you can relax and take in the mountains instead of the traffic.
Ways to get from Denver to Dillon
Dillon sits right off I-70 at exit 205, so most routes are the same quick drive. Here is how the options compare for getting to the lake.
Private car service, door to door
Get from Denver or the airport to Dillon in a private vehicle, just your party and a professional driver. No shared shuttle and no set schedule. We meet your flight, load the bags, and take you door to door to your lodging by the lake.
Shared Shuttle
Shared shuttles head up the I-70 corridor from Denver airport toward Dillon on a fixed schedule. You share the van and make stops along the way, so plan on a longer trip than a private ride.
Rent a Car
You can rent a car and drive yourself to Dillon. That means I-70 traffic, mountain weather, parking, and snow on the car, which is a lot to manage after a long travel day.
The Bus
Public buses such as CDOT’s Bustang run the I-70 corridor a few times a day. They are budget friendly, but they follow set schedules and drop you in town, not at your lodging.
Uber and Lyft
Uber and Lyft sometimes serve Dillon, 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 visitors come to Dillon
Dillon is built around Dillon Reservoir, with the marina, the lakeside amphitheater, and miles of paved recpath. It makes a central base for Summit County, a short hop from Keystone, Frisco, Silverthorne, and Breckenridge. The drive is a straight shot up I-70 to exit 205, which keeps transfer times short.
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 Dillon and back. Just tell us their ages when you book.
Common questions about Denver to Dillon
Dillon is about 70 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 Dillon. The ride home is timed to your departure.