Denver International Airport to Denver — Transport Guide 2026
Denver (DEN) is 40 km northeast of Downtown Denver — the most distant major US airport from its city. A Line commuter rail direct to Union Station in 37 min for $10.50. Uber $40-70.
DEN40 km to cityUSDNorth America
Last updated: 2026-07
Cheapest
A Line rail ($10.50)
Fastest
A Line rail — 37 min direct
Every transport option compared
A Line commuter rail to Union Station
train · Best for: Fastest + reliable
Cost
$10.50
Time
37 min direct
Frequency
Every 15 min · 05:00-24:00
Uber / Lyft
ride share · Best for: Direct
Cost
$40-70
Time
35-55 min
Frequency
On-demand
RTD SkyRide to boulder / Denver Tech Center
bus · Best for: Direct to specific non-Downtown zones
Cost
$10.50
Time
60-90 min
Frequency
Every 30-60 min
SuperShuttle share van
shuttle · Best for: Hotel drop-off
Cost
$35-45
Time
60-90 min
Frequency
Every 30 min
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Getting out of Denver (DEN)
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Frequently asked
How far is Denver International Airport from Denver?
Denver International Airport (DEN) is 40 km from Denver city centre.
What is the cheapest way from DEN to Denver?
A Line rail ($10.50)
What is the fastest way from DEN to Denver?
A Line rail — 37 min direct