Breckenridge travel guide
Breckenridge Tourism | Breckenridge Guide
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. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Breckenridge has to offer.
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
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Breckenridge in July, when the average temperature is 12 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -18 °C, with an average temperature of -9 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 59 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Breckenridge, with an average rainfall of 32 mm.
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 48 miles from Breckenridge. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 2h 26m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Breckenridge. The train journey from Breckenridge to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around C$ 120 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about C$ 88 for a 8h 34m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 59 miles from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Ace and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Denver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Gunnison, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 285 miles and will cost you around C$ 61. From Salt Lake City, the ticket costs about C$ 115 for a journey of 630 miles. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 0.6 miles from the downtown.
Airlines serving Breckenridge
Where to stay in Breckenridge
Average rates range from around C$ 318 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 642 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Bivvi Hostel and Tannenbaum Condominiums.
Where to stay in popular areas of Breckenridge
Most booked hotels in Breckenridge
Renting a car in Breckenridge
Expect to pay C$ 1.37 per litre in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 16.35 and C$ 21.80.