# Aspen to Glenwood Springs

> Getting from Aspen to Glenwood Springs: Highway 82 down the Roaring Fork Valley, the RFTA bus, and a private car for the hot springs or the train.

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Updated: 2026-11-10 · Publisher: Aspen Privé (local Aspen stay planning and concierge)

Glenwood Springs is at the bottom of the Roaring Fork Valley, straight down **Highway 82** from Aspen through Basalt and Carbondale; it is open year round. **RFTA buses** run the corridor, and we arrange a **private car and driver** for the day, the hot springs or the train.

Routes and road rules below come from the Aspen Chamber, CDOT, RFTA and town sources, checked November 10, 2026. Drive times are approximate and depend on weather and traffic.

## Aspen to Glenwood: route and timing

- **Route**: Highway 82 north-west through Snowmass Canyon, Basalt and Carbondale to Glenwood Springs.
- **Time**: About 40 miles down Highway 82 (Visit Glenwood); we confirm the timing on the day.
- **Bus**: RFTA's valley routes (including the BRT) connect Aspen and Glenwood Springs.
- **Train**: Glenwood Springs is the nearest Amtrak stop to Aspen.

## A private car, Aspen to Glenwood (what Aspen Privé arranges)

The car is arranged through authorized local providers: a winter-equipped SUV for up to five with ski luggage, or a Sprinter for up to twelve; child and booster seats on request; the price confirmed before anything is booked. [Send the date and the group](https://aspenprive.com/contact.html?service=evening-driver&from=aspen-to-glenwood-springs&origin=glenwood-springs); we confirm the vehicle, the route for that day and the price.

## Making the trip easy

- **Daylight**: Mountain roads are easier in daylight; in winter we plan departures so most of the drive happens before dark.
- **Luggage and skis**: An SUV carries five with ski bags; for more people or gear, a Sprinter or a second car.
- **Hot springs day**: A car down the valley, a long soak and lunch, and home before dark. See [hot springs near Aspen](https://aspenprive.com/hot-springs-near-aspen/).
- **By the hour**: For a day out, a driver by the hour (from $210, three-hour minimum) is simpler than two one-way trips.

## Questions

**How far is Glenwood Springs from Aspen?**  
About 40 miles down Highway 82 (Visit Glenwood); we confirm the timing on the day.

**Is there a bus from Aspen to Glenwood Springs?**  
Yes. RFTA runs the Roaring Fork Valley corridor between Aspen and Glenwood Springs; check RFTA for the current schedule and fare.

**Can I get from Aspen airport to Glenwood Springs?**  
Yes, by taxi, RFTA with a connection, or a private car booked in advance.

**Is there a train from Aspen to Glenwood Springs?**  
No. Amtrak stops in Glenwood Springs; from Aspen it is a drive or the bus.

## What Aspen Privé can arrange for this

The car, timed to the day; the house ready when you arrive.

- [A driver for the evening](https://aspenprive.com/contact.html?service=evening-driver) (From $210 per hour): A car and driver on call for dinner and the night out, so nobody hunts for a taxi at midnight.
- [A driver for the evening](https://aspenprive.com/contact.html?service=evening-driver) (From $210 per hour): A car and driver on call for dinner and the night out, so nobody hunts for a taxi at midnight.
- [Residence ready on arrival](https://aspenprive.com/first-evening-in-aspen/): Heat, lights, beds and the first evening sorted before you walk in.

## Sources (checked November 10, 2026)

- [RFTA: routes](https://www.rfta.com/routes/)
- [Aspen Chamber: getting to Aspen by car](https://aspenchamber.org/plan-trip/get-to-aspen/by-car/)
- [High Mountain Taxi: Glenwood, Carbondale, Basalt](https://www.hmtaxi.com/glenwood-carbondale-basalt-taxi)
- [Visit Glenwood Springs: directions](https://visitglenwood.com/area-info/directions/)

## Related

- [Hot springs near Aspen](https://aspenprive.com/hot-springs-near-aspen/): Where to soak.
- [Aspen car service](https://aspenprive.com/aspen-car-service/): All the routes we arrange.
- [A private driver in Aspen](https://aspenprive.com/aspen-private-driver/): From $210 an hour.
- [Rifle to Aspen](https://aspenprive.com/rifle-to-aspen-private-car/): From $850 per vehicle.

To plan or request any of this: https://aspenprive.com/plan-your-trip/ · https://aspenprive.com/contact.html