Beaver Creek sits about 12 miles past Vail, which means a Denver arrival has one more stretch of interstate and one more turn up the mountain than a Vail one. It's a long day after a flight. We make it a quiet one: a private car waiting at the terminal, and nothing to do until you're at your door.
The route
- Distance: about 132 miles to Beaver Creek Village (about 130 to Avon)
- Good-weather time: about 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes
- Roads: Peña Boulevard, I-70 west through the Eisenhower–Johnson Memorial Tunnel and over Vail Pass, off at Exit 167 (Avon), then Avon Road and Village Road
- Elevation: the tunnel's west portal is at 11,158 feet, Vail Pass at 10,662 and Beaver Creek's base at 8,100
Beaver Creek's own guidance puts Denver about 120 miles away; our figure is the actual driving route from the terminal to the village.
Winter on this drive
Everything that slows the drive to Vail applies here: snow on I-70, the Traction Law from September 1 to May 31, Friday crowds westbound and the chance of a closure on Vail Pass that can last hours. Plan for longer in winter. Our chauffeurs watch conditions all the way and keep you posted. More in our Vail Pass winter driving guide.
Arriving in Beaver Creek
We take you to the door of a hotel on the plaza, a residence in Bachelor Gulch or a home in Arrowhead, with your skis and bags carried in. That matters more here than elsewhere: Beaver Creek's village lots and garages don't allow overnight parking, so a rental car can be more trouble than it's worth if you're staying slopeside.
Included with every ride
- Flight tracking and meet and greet at DEN
- Door-to-door service across Beaver Creek, Bachelor Gulch, Arrowhead, Avon and Edwards
- Luggage and ski help
- Stops on request, such as a grocery stop in Avon before you reach the village
- Child seats on request
- A mountain-experienced chauffeur in a luxury full-size SUV (Expedition MAX, Yukon XL, Suburban or similar) or an 11-passenger Ford Transit
Book your ride and add any stops or seats you need.
Other ways to make the trip
Epic Mountain Express runs shared and private rides from DEN to Beaver Creek and Avon. Bustang reaches Avon Station from Denver Union Station for $19, but it doesn't serve the airport. A rental car puts the drive in your hands, along with Traction Law tire rules and Beaver Creek's parking limits.
Worth considering: Eagle airport
Eagle County Regional Airport is under 30 miles from Beaver Creek, with no pass to cross. If a nonstop works for you, it can save half a day. See the Eagle flights guide and Eagle airport to Beaver Creek.
Once you're in, plan dinners with our restaurant guide and the free buses with getting around Vail. When you're ready, book your ride from Denver.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Beaver Creek from Denver airport?
About 132 miles by road from the DEN terminal to Beaver Creek Village, and about 130 to Avon.
How long does it take to drive from Denver airport to Beaver Creek?
About 2 hours 15 minutes to 2 hours 45 minutes in good conditions. Winter storms and I-70 closures can add hours.
Which I-70 exit is Beaver Creek?
Exit 167 (Avon). From there, Avon Road and Village Road climb to Beaver Creek.
Can I take a bus from Denver airport to Beaver Creek?
Not directly. Bustang runs from Denver Union Station to Avon Station for $19 but doesn't stop at the airport. Epic Mountain Express runs shared shuttles from the airport.
Do you drive to Bachelor Gulch and Arrowhead?
Yes, door to door to hotels and private residences.