Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Breckenridge travel guide

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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.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 282
1 night at 3-star hotel
Breckenridge in November
Estimated hotel price
C$ 282
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 2h 27m.

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 C$ 164 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about C$ 143 for a 9h 31m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 998 km and will cost you around C$ 69. From El Paso, the ticket costs about C$ 91 for a journey of 1320 km. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 1.0 km from the downtown.

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 Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 2h 27m.

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 C$ 164 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Omaha, expect to pay about C$ 143 for a 9h 31m 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 Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Salt Lake City, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 998 km and will cost you around C$ 69. From El Paso, the ticket costs about C$ 91 for a journey of 1320 km. Breckenridge’s bus station is located 1.0 km from the downtown.

Airports near Breckenridge

ASEAspen Pitkin County
COSColorado Springs
DENDenver Intl

Airlines serving Breckenridge

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,507 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,980 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,466 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,988 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,477 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,381 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (861 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,335 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,535 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,282 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,150 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,384 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (368 reviews)
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Where to stay in Breckenridge

Average rates range from around C$ 303 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 489 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Breckenridge, with prices from C$ 21 to C$ 2,435 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Breckenridge are about 48% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Breckenridge

Most booked hotels in Breckenridge

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One Ski Hill Place, A Rockresort
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 358+
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The Lodge at Breckenridge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
C$ 189+
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Gravity Haus
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 222+
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Grand Timber Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
C$ 251+
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Snowshoe Motel
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 129+
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Ramada by Wyndham Frisco
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 124+
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Renting a car in Breckenridge

Expect to pay C$ 1.30 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$ 15.50 and C$ 20.66. Compact (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Breckenridge, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay C$ 1.30 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$ 15.50 and C$ 20.66. Compact (Subaru Crosstrek or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Breckenridge, while also 28% cheaper than other types, on average.

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