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

Telluride travel guide

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With a population of 2,325, Telluride is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Telluride deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Telluride

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Iron Kitchen and Bar (568 Mountain Village Blvd) and Timber Room (568 Mountain Village Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Telluride

Telluride in November
Estimated hotel price
$316
1 night at 3-star hotel
Telluride in November
Estimated hotel price
$316
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Telluride in July, when the average temperature is 59 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 2.9″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Telluride, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Telluride

Plane

When flying to Telluride, you’ll arrive at Telluride (TEX), which is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Telluride is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 196 miles from Telluride. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Telluride’s bus station is located 13 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Telluride, you’ll arrive at Telluride (TEX), which is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Telluride is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 196 miles from Telluride. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Telluride’s bus station is located 13 miles from the city center.

Airports near Telluride

DRODurango La Plata County
MTJMontrose County
GUCGunnison

Airlines serving Telluride

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,414 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (642 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in Telluride

Average rates range from around $492 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $537 and up for a 5-star experience.

Most popular hotel in Telluride by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Telluride

Most booked hotels in Telluride

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Inn at Lost Creek
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 189 reviews)
$390+
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Madeline Hotel And Residences
5 stars
Excellent (9.1, 129 reviews)
$537+
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The Hotel Telluride
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 440 reviews)
$342+
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The Peaks Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 359 reviews)
$429+
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The Victorian Inn
3 stars
Good (7.6, 786 reviews)
$134+
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Mountain Lodge Telluride
0 stars
Good (7.5, 488 reviews)
$252+
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Renting a car in Telluride

Renting a car in Telluride costs $139 per day, on average, or $278 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Telluride (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. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Telluride, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Telluride costs $139 per day, on average, or $278 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Telluride (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. Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Telluride, while also 12% cheaper than other types, on average.

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