Silverthorne sits just off I-70 in Summit County, about 70 miles and 90 minutes west of Denver. We take care of the drive and the snow so you can skip the rental car and the I-70 stress.
Ways to get from Denver to Silverthorne
Silverthorne sits where I-70 meets Highway 9, the gateway to Summit County. Here is how the options compare for the trip up.
Private car service, door to door
Skip the rental counter and ride from Denver or the airport to Silverthorne in a private vehicle. Just your group and a professional driver, door to door. We watch your flight and handle I-70 so you do not have to.
Shared Shuttle
Shared shuttles head up the I-70 corridor from Denver airport toward Silverthorne 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 Silverthorne. 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 Silverthorne, 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.
Silverthorne and the outlets
Silverthorne is known for the Outlets at Silverthorne and Blue River fly fishing, and it is where I-70 meets Highway 9 toward Breckenridge. Many guests pair a stay here with shopping and easy day trips to the nearby resorts. The drive is a straight run up I-70 to exit 205.
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 Silverthorne and back. Just tell us their ages when you book.
Common questions about Denver to Silverthorne
Silverthorne 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 Silverthorne. The ride home is timed to your departure.