Breckenridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Breckenridge

With a population of 4,540, Breckenridge is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Breckenridge deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Breckenridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, Briar Rose Chophouse & Saloon (109 Lincoln Ave) and Ember - Breckenridge (106 E Adams Ave) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Hearthstone Restaurant - Breckenridge (130 South Ridge St.) and The Carlin (200 N Main St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Breckenridge.

When to visit Breckenridge

Breckenridge in October
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel
Breckenridge in October
Estimated hotel price
$189
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Breckenridge in July, when the average temperature is 53.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 69.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 2.3″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Breckenridge, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Breckenridge

Plane

Although Breckenridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 77 km from Breckenridge. Aspen Pitkin County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Breckenridge departs from Austin and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Breckenridge. The train journey from Breckenridge to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $156 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $75 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 95 km from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, Bus and Amtrak. From Colorado Springs, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 169 km and will cost you around $20. From Gunnison, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 459 km. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 1.0 km from the city center.

Plane

Although Breckenridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Aspen Pitkin County (ASE), which is located 77 km from Breckenridge. Aspen Pitkin County is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Korean Air and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Breckenridge departs from Austin and takes around 2h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Breckenridge. The train journey from Breckenridge to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around $156 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about $75 for a 8h 34m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 95 km from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Sixt and Hertz, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, Bus and Amtrak. From Colorado Springs, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 169 km and will cost you around $20. From Gunnison, the ticket costs about $44 for a journey of 459 km. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 1.0 km from the city center.

Airports near Breckenridge

Airlines serving Breckenridge

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (952 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,649 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,991 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,011 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (858 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,758 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (412 reviews)
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Where to stay in Breckenridge

Average rates range from around $211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $372 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Breckenridge

Most booked hotels in Breckenridge

The Ranahan by Vacation Club Rentals
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 602 reviews)
$209+
One Ski Hill Place, A Rockresort
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 94 reviews)
$273+
The Lodge at Breckenridge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 510 reviews)
$248+
New Summit Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1068 reviews)
$102+
Cambria Hotel Copper Mountain
3 stars
Excellent (8, 187 reviews)
$131+
Snowshoe Motel
2 stars
Good (7.8, 454 reviews)
$116+

Renting a car in Breckenridge

Renting a car in Breckenridge costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Renting a car in Breckenridge costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 6% more expensive than at Denver Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.