Getting Here

Getting to the Steamboat Grand is easy!

Steamboat offers nonstop flights from nine major airports with convenient connections nationwide. Combined with recent expansion and improvements at the Steamboat/Hayden Airport, Steamboat is the most conveniently accessed ski resort in Colorado.

New Flights! New Airport!

Steamboat is proud to be the most conveniently accessed ski resort in Colorado with nonstop jet flights from nine major North American airports, and convenient connections nationwide and worldwide.

The Steamboat/Hayden Airport (HDN) is just 22 miles (35 kms) from the Steamboat Ski Area. To make your travel to Steamboat more convenient, a multi-year improvement program has recently been completed.

Contact Steamboat Grand Reservations for discounted airfare into Steamboat, featuring exclusive to Steamboat airfare specials. Transportation to and from Denver or Hayden airports can be reserved for an additional fee.

Travel Tip:

Some of the best airfares are often available for midweek travel!

View our Air Chart (PDF) for a schedule of flights arriving and departing into Steamboat during the winter season

Ground Transportation

Ground transportation to and from The Steamboat Grand is easy! Roundtrip airport shuttle service and private transfers are available for a fee from Denver and Hayden airports or get the best deal on a rental car. Once at The Steamboat Grand, take the hotel shuttle within Steamboat Springs city limits, hire a taxi, or use the FREE Steamboat Springs transit system around town and the ski mountain.

Including Ground Transportation

Please call 877-306-2628 for your transportation needs.

Shuttle Service and Private Transfers

Go Alpine Airport Shuttle - GO Alpine is dedicated to providing safe, prompt, and professional ground transportation services. GO Alpine provides three daily scheduled, ride share shuttles to/from the Denver International Airport as well as service to/from Yampa Valley Regional Airport (reservations required). Charter rates throughout Colorado are also available as well as local taxi service. GO Alpine offers convenient 24-hour reservation assistance and has been serving the community of Steamboat Springs since 1984.

Storm Mountain Express - Storm Mountain Express offers private transfers and shuttle service to and from the Yampa Valley Regional Airport to Steamboat Springs, with certified professional drivers. Service includes TV/VCR or DVD and complimentary beverages. Children 5 and under ride free per paying adult.

Including Airport Shuttles

Rental Car Companies

Steamboat Grand Reservations has specially negotiated contract rates with Avis, Budget, and Hertz car rental companies, and can get the best deal on your rental car!

Call Steamboat Grand Reservations for rates and information:
877-306-2628 [toll free]

Including Rental Cars

Transportation Around Steamboat

Steamboat Springs Transit (SST) - Getting around Steamboat is easy! For those without their own transportation, the city of Steamboat Springs offers a comprehensive system of FREE transportation between the ski area, downtown and most hotel, condominium, restaurant, grocery and entertainment locations.

The ski area is located 3 miles southeast of downtown Steamboat Springs. The SST runs continuously from 7:00am til 1:45am daily, stopping at each location every 20 minutes.

For more information on local transportation, contact the Steamboat Springs Transit at 970-879-3717.

Maps & Driving Directions

For ski resort navigation, we've included driving directions The Steamboat Grand and around Steamboat Springs, from airports and other locations, Steamboat maps, and suggested alternate routes for visitors with ground transportation.

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Common Driving Routes to Steamboat

From Hayden Airport - The Hayden airport is located just a few miles east of Hayden and approximately 22 miles and 35 kilometers west of Steamboat Springs off Highway 40. From the airport, take the access road about 2 miles out to Highway 40 and turn right. Steamboat is about 22 miles east. There is no public bus service from the airport. However, shuttle services are available. Google Maps

From Denver - 157 miles Northwest of Denver, an easy 3 hour drive. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, Exit 205 (67 miles). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles). Google Maps

From Colorado Springs - 230 miles Northwest of Colorado Springs. Take I-25 north to C 470 (53 miles) then C 470 west to I-70 west (15 miles). Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne exit 205 (67 miles). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles), then West on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (53 miles). Google Maps

Alternate Routes if Rabbit Ears Pass is Closed - Take this route if US 40 over Rabbit Ears Pass is closed and you’re coming from Denver or Colorado Springs. Take I-70 west through the Eisenhower Tunnel to Silverthorne, exit 205 (67 miles). Take CO 9 North to Kremmling (37 miles). Head west on US 40 until the intersection with CO 134 (6 miles). Turn left and go over Gore Pass (CO 134). At Toponas, take Colorado 131 north to Steamboat Springs (40 miles). Or, take I-70 west (through Vail) until Exit 157. Take CO 131 North to Steamboat Springs (75 miles), then left on US 40 to town (4 miles).

From Ft Collins - Take CO 14 West, through Poudre Canyon, over Cameron Pass until Walden, CO. Take CO 14 (toward Steamboat Springs) until US 40, and turn right (West) over Muddy and Rabbit Ears Passes to Steamboat Springs. Google Maps

From Grand Junction - Take I-70 West through Glenwood Springs and Eagle to Exit 157(117 miles). Take CO 131 North (75 miles) to US 40. Turn left on US 40 to Steamboat Springs (4 miles). Google Maps

From Park City/Salt Lake City, UT - Take US 40/UT 189 South to Heber City, UT. Stay on US 40, Steamboat Springs is about 5 1/2 hours from Park City. Google Maps

From Laramie, Wyoming - Take WY 230 West (Snowy Range exit) through Mountain Home to the Wyoming/Colorado border, the road changes to CO 127. Stay on CO 127 to Walden. Take CO 14 West to US 40 at Muddy Pass and Rabbit Ears Pass to Steamboat Springs. Google Maps