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 77 km from Breckenridge. The shortest flight to Breckenridge from India departs from Mumbai and takes around 28h 20m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Breckenridge. The train journey from Breckenridge to Lincoln takes 8h 10m and costs around ₹ 6,502 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Grand Junction, expect to pay about ₹ 6,919 for a 8h 34m 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 Fox and Europcar, among others, in Denver.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Breckenridge, including FlixBus, Busbud and Greyhound. From Colorado Springs, the bus ride to Breckenridge takes 137 km and will cost you around ₹ 1,917. From Gunnison, the ticket costs about ₹ 6,669 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 ₹ 17,438 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 32,941 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include The Bivvi Hostel and Tannenbaum Condominiums by Ski Country Resorts.
Where to stay in popular areas of Breckenridge
Most booked hotels in Breckenridge
Hiring a car in Breckenridge
Expect to pay ₹ 86 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 ₹ 1,030 and ₹ 1,374.