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The Road to Snow: Interstate 70

Driving between Denver International Airport and your favorite epic Rocky Mountain ski resort can present challenges during winter months. The Colorado Department of Transportation, known as CDOT, does a great job maintaining our roadways.  With preparation and knowledge, you can navigate your way along I-70 safely in Colorado’s ever-changing weather.  Or, leave the driving in the hands of Epic Mountain Express.

Spring Skiing In Colorado's Rocky Mountains

Take it from the locals who get to experience Colorado year-round, here is what we love about this time of year in Colorado’s Rocky Mountains…The weather and longer days, sunshine, the mountains, al fresco meals and cocktails, the charming resort towns, the fun and costumes, the ease of getting around, and relief that the coldest days are left behind. These all combine to make an unforgettable spring vacation.

What's the best way to get to Breckenridge?

There are many reasons why it’s becoming more popular to skip renting a car and letting Epic Mountain Express take care of the drive to the resort!

Colorado's Winter Driving Law

Are you ready for Colorado’s new tire traction law on Interstate 70, the main highway between Denver Airport and Colorado’s ski resorts, including Vail, Aspen Keystone, Beaver Creek, and Breckenridge? See what is required to drive on Colorado’s roads.

What is a Traction Law?

A revised traction law went into effect for the I-70 corridor in Colorado on September 1, which will hopefully affect the drive to your mountain ski vacation for the better.

A View From the Driver's Seat - Guest Blog

So, How’s This Drive Going to Go?
You’ve just landed at Denver International Airport, and an Epic Mountain Express lead driver will let you know what to expect on your trip between the Denver Airport through the mountains to your destination, whether it’s Vail, Breckenridge or Aspen.

Winter Storms Causing Delays

Flight delays are common and with winter storms, it is something Epic Mountain Express deals with almost every day. If your flight is delayed or you miss your scheduled shuttle, here is what to do to get to the mountains.

Mountain Travel + Limited Time Sale

Planning to Ski in Colorado?
The time is now to book your Airport Transportation - The SNOWDAY Sale Ends January 24, 2019.  This sale is good for travel from January 26th through the ski season. With a winter in full swing, abundant snow, and activities for all, Colorado is calling and a “Snowday” is needed.

SNOW HEADING TO COLORADO - NWS ISSUES A WINTER STORM ALERT

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the mountains of Colorado, including Vail, Beaver Creek, Breckenridge, Keystone, Copper, Aspen and Snowmass.

Spring Storm Update - Operations Resume as Normal

Denver International Airport has made the decision to close the airport as of 12:22pm today, 3.23.2016, until further notice.  CME will suspend all pickups from the resorts to DIA after 1:30 pm today due to this closure. When Pena Blvd and other West Bound I-70 traffic opens, CME will transport guests who are currently at DIA to the Mountains, pending passable roads. For guests booked for pickup today after 1:30 pm, CME can re-book your shuttle for tomorrow or receive a refund.

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