Aspen Snowmass boasts four world-class ski areas – Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, Snowmass, and Buttermilk – which total more than 5,300 acres of terrain all accessed with one lift ticket. These four mountains give guests nearly endless options to explore, but getting around Aspen and this broad territory can be intimidating for the first-time visitors.
To help you get around with ease, we have outlined some of your need-to-know information about our destination's free skier shuttles and our complimentary transportation options. If you're looking for the perfect place to stay near the slopes and shuttle routes, our local reservations team is ready to help you find accommodations that fit your Aspen adventure.
Aspen Snowmass Free Skier Shuttles
The Roaring Fork Transit Authority (RFTA, pronounced "RAF-tuh") operates free skier shuttles that transport people and their equipment between the four ski areas throughout the winter.
RFTA buses feature ski and snowboard racks to easily stash your equipment and settle into a comfortable seat to enjoy the ride. Plus, buses have dedicated lanes on Main Street and Highway 82, cutting down drive time and getting you to the slopes faster!
Rubey Park in downtown Aspen is the area's main departure point, and this transit center is just steps from many Frias Properties vacation rentals, including St. Regis Residence Club, condo vacation rentals, and the Independence Square Hotel. The Innsbruck, located on Main Street, offers our most convenient proximity to the skier shuttle – there's a stop right across the street!
Frias Properties' other Aspen vacation rentals are positioned near other free shuttle routes that pick up skiers and take them to Rubey Park to transfer to the skier shuttles. For example, guests of Chateau Eau Claire and Chateau Roaring Fork can walk from their condo to the street to be picked up by the Hunter Creek bus, which comes every 20 minutes.
If you are staying outside downtown Aspen, you will still find it easy to get around. In Snowmass Village, a free shuttle runs all winter, connecting neighborhoods, hotels, and Base Village. This makes it simple to reach the slopes, restaurants, and other activities without needing a car.
Frias Properties' Free Transportation
Guests who stay at St. Regis Residence Club receive complimentary on-demand transportation to and from Aspen Highlands and Buttermilk or to Rubey Park to get to Snowmass. And Ritz-Carlton Club can request rides to Buttermilk or downtown Aspen in the resort's luxury SUVs.
Book a luxury-rated condominium or private home with Frias Properties and receive complimentary on-demand in-town transportation, making the link between vacation rental and Rubey Park short and easy.
Guests of the Silverglo can hop on the Frias Properties skier shuttle that takes them between the East Aspen condos and Aspen Mountain, one block from Rubey Park.
Plan Your Aspen Ski Vacation
Are you ready to discover all that Aspen Snowmass has to offer? With four mountains, a free skier shuttle, and plenty of ways to explore, getting around is simple once you’re here. No matter if you’re planning a family ski trip, a getaway with friends, or just a mountain escape, choosing the right place to stay can really shape your experience.
Take a look at Aspen’s biggest selection of vacation rentals to find the perfect spot for your stay. If you’re not sure which neighborhood, bedding setup, or property is right for you, our Frias Properties reservations team is ready to help. Just let us know your travel dates and what you’re looking for, and our local experts will suggest options that fit your Aspen trip.