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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Breckenridge has to offer.
Where to Eat in Breckenridge
If you’re looking for affordable options, Modis (113 S. Main Street) and The Salt Creek Steakhouse (110 E Lincoln Ave) are great picks.
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 77 km from Breckenridge. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 18h.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Breckenridge. The train journey from Breckenridge to Grand Junction takes 8h 34m and costs around $180 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about $123 for a 9h 31m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Breckenridge is to pick up a car hire from Denver, which is about 95 km from Breckenridge. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Denver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Colorado Springs, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 169 km and will cost you around $32. From Gunnison, the ticket costs about $143 for a journey of 459 km. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 1.0 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Breckenridge
Where to stay in Breckenridge
Average rates range from around $351 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $604 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
Hiring a car in Breckenridge
Expect to pay $1.64 per litre in Breckenridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.64 and $26.19.