Travel to Telluride

Getting Here

Telluride is tucked into a box canyon high in the San Juan Mountains of southwestern Colorado. Getting here takes a little extra travel, but the scenery along the way makes it well worth the trip!

Fly into Montrose

For most guests, we recommend flying into Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ) as the easiest option for getting to Telluride.

Ride into the Mountains

From Montrose, Telluride is approximately 65 miles, or 75–90 minutes, away. Shared airport shuttles and private car services are available for the scenic drive into the mountains.

Skip the Rental Car

Most guests won’t need a rental car during their stay. Telluride and Mountain Village are both walkable, with the free gondola and local transportation making it easy to get around. Unless you’re planning to explore beyond the area, we recommend using airport transportation instead of renting a car.

A two-lane mountain road through green and gold aspens toward cloud-wrapped San Juan peaks

When Should I Arrive?

If your schedule allows, we recommend arriving one to two days before the wedding. This gives you some flexibility for travel delays and extra time to adjust to the altitude before the big day.

We’ll be in Telluride for the week leading up to the wedding. If you’re considering making a longer trip out of it, we’ll share some of our plans and suggestions for things to do as the date gets closer.

Where to Fly

Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ)

Montrose offers commercial flights through several major airlines, with connections through larger airports around the country. It generally offers more flight options and flexibility than Telluride’s smaller regional airport.

Yes! Telluride Regional Airport (TEX) is much closer to town and offers limited scheduled commercial flights, including service connecting through Denver. It’s worth comparing flights if the schedule works for you, but Montrose generally offers more flight options, often at lower prices, and greater flexibility.

Grand Junction Regional Airport (GJT) and Durango–La Plata County Airport (DRO) are also possibilities, although both involve longer drives to Telluride. Depending on where you’re traveling from, it may be worth comparing flight prices and schedules before deciding.

From the Airport

About 75–90 Minutes

The Drive

The drive from Montrose passes through Ridgway and over Dallas Divide before continuing into Telluride, with mountain scenery throughout much of the route.

Ground Transportation

Shuttles & Car Service

Shared airport shuttles and private car services are available from Montrose and other regional airports.

We recommend booking transportation in advance, especially during the busy summer travel season.

For Exploring

Rental Cars

Rental cars are available at regional airports and can be useful if you’re planning to explore beyond Telluride and Mountain Village.

Be sure to check parking availability and fees with your lodging before booking.

Group Airport Transportation?

We’re exploring group shuttle rates for guests traveling between Montrose Airport and Telluride. Nothing has been finalized yet, but we’ll share more information on our Updates page as plans come together.

Wedding Updates

Once You’re Here

The Gondola

The free gondola connects downtown Telluride and Mountain Village, with a scenic ride of approximately 12 minutes between the two. Along the way, you can stop at San Sophia Station, where our ceremony will take place.

During the summer, the gondola runs daily from 6:30 AM to midnight.

Getting Around Town

Both Telluride and Mountain Village are pedestrian-friendly, with shops, restaurants, and plenty to explore on foot.

Downtown Telluride offers free local public transportation, while Mountain Village has bus routes and shuttle services that help visitors travel between lodging, the village center, and gondola stations. Availability may vary depending on where you’re staying.

If You Drive

Parking options vary depending on where you’re staying. If you’re bringing a car, we recommend checking with your hotel or rental property ahead of time.

The Gondola Parking Garage in Mountain Village generally offers free daytime parking during the summer, although overnight parking has a fee. Parking in downtown Telluride can be more limited, particularly during busy weekends.

Gondola Hours & Parking

A gondola cabin above the town of Telluride with snow-capped peaks beyond

A rainbow over Mountain Village and its gondola station on a summer evening

Questions?

If there’s anything we haven’t answered, please check out the FAQ page or reach out to either of us directly. We’re happy to help however we can!