Camilla & David

If you are leaving from Denver you can expect the drive to take about 4 hours*. The beautiful scenery definitely makes the drive enjoyable.

In my (David's) opinion, the view of the Collegiate Range from Buena Vista makes the drive worth it. You will also have an opportunity to spot one of Colorado's hundreds of thousands if not millions of wild bears.

*Please note, returning on Monday will likely be a longer drive. On holiday weekends we've experienced traffic causing the total drive time to be 6 hrs. If you can't stay a day later, consider departing later around 3 or 4pm to avoid the congestion. 

Gunnison to Crested Butte is approximately a 30-minute drive. There is a shuttle service available from Gunnison to Crested Butte, or multiple rental car options at the airport. Many large cities are now offering nonstop seasonal flights to Gunnison - this will be your most efficient option. If you plan to fly, secure your flights early! 

If you are flying into a local airport, you can arrange transport from Gunnison to Crested Butte with Alpine Express. Mention the Howard-Ray wedding (or code: 31219) for a discount. Please note, there's only one Uber in Gunnison so pre-arranging transport is a good idea. 

Alpine Express: 970.728.6000

Montrose to Crested Butte is approximately a 2-hour drive.

If you are flying into a local airport, you can arrange transport from Montrose to Crested Butte with Alpine Express. Mention the Howard-Ray wedding (or code: 31219) for a discount. 

Alpine Express: 970.728.6000

Grand Junction to Crested Butte is approximately a 3-hour drive.

Denver to Crested Butte is approximately a 4-hour drive.

Please factor in additional time for holiday traffic. If possible consider flying out late on Monday or sometime on Tuesday. Traffic from Crested Butte could take up to 6 hours.

Colorado Springs to Crested Butte is approximately a 4-hour drive.