Getting to Telluride
Getting to our magical little box canyon in Colorado's western slope can be an adventure in and of itself. To help you sort out your travel, we have answered a few frequently asked questions about getting to Telluride.
While Telluride does have its very own airport (TEX), flying into our airport can be tricky due to weather complications and its limited size.
Fortunately, there are other options.
Montrose, CO (MTJ) is about an hour and a half from the Town of Telluride. Telluride Express, and many of the hotels in Telluride offer shuttles to and from the Montrose airport. Rental cars are also available at MTJ.
Cortez, CO (CEZ) is also about an hour and a half from the Town of Telluride. Shuttles and rental cars are available for traveling to and from Telluride to CEZ.
For many visitors, the best way to reach Telluride from regional airports is by shuttle service. Rideshare options are not available in our region. The Telluride Express Shuttle is a popular and reliable option from Montrose Regional Airport (MTJ). Use code MTNFILM25 to get 10% off your transportation when booking through the Telluride Express website.
Telluride is roughly a 6.5 hour drive (362 miles) from the city of Denver. If you wish to travel to Telluride by way of Denver, the drive is beautiful but be sure to check reports for construction and road closures.
Telluride is just under 6.5 hours (366 miles) from Salt Lake City by car. This route takes you through the town of Moab (a very cool stop on any road trip) and into Telluride.
While Memorial Day weekend typically marks the beginning of summer, there is always the off chance that we will have snow. Be sure to keep a close eye on our weather and forecast as the festival weekend approaches. Always pack layers and options for any weather.
If you're looking for a place to stay in Telluride or Mountain Village, our lodging sponsors graciously support our organization and offer special discounts for Mountainfilm attendees.