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

Gunnison travel guide

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With a population of 5,854, Gunnison is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Gunnison deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Gunnison

Gunnison in April
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gunnison in April
Estimated hotel price
$96
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gunnison in July, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 80.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7.6 °F, with an average temperature of 10.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Gunnison, with an average rainfall of 0.4″.

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How to Get to Gunnison

Plane

When flying to Gunnison, you’ll arrive at Gunnison (GUC), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Gunnison departs from Denver and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Gunnison is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 133 miles from Gunnison. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Gunnison’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Gunnison, you’ll arrive at Gunnison (GUC), which is located 1 mile from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Gunnison departs from Denver and takes around 1h 06m.

Car

Another option to get to Gunnison is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 133 miles from Gunnison. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Gunnison’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Airports near Gunnison

GJTGrand Junction Regnl
MTJMontrose County
ASEAspen Pitkin County

Airlines serving Gunnison

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (160 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gunnison

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gunnison and Comfort Inn and Suites Gunnison-Crested Butte.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gunnison

Most booked hotels in Gunnison

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Alpine Inn & Suites Gunnison
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 442 reviews)
$90+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Gunnison
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 176 reviews)
$156+
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Rodeway Inn Gunnison
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 528 reviews)
$69+
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The Inn at Tomichi Village
2 stars
Good (7.9, 1053 reviews)
$101+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Gunnison
2 stars
Good (6.8, 378 reviews)
$72+
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Wingate by Wyndham Gunnison Near Western Colorado University
2 stars
Good (6.8, 532 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Gunnison

Renting a car in Gunnison costs $117 per day, on average, or $234 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Gunnison.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Gunnison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Gunnison is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Gunnison costs $117 per day, on average, or $234 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 10% more expensive than at Gunnison.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Gunnison (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Gunnison is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Gunnison

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$80/day

Standard SUV

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$81/day

Intermediate
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