Alpine Express: Crested Butte's premier ground transportation service to all area airports (i.e. Gunnison, Montrose, Grand Junction, Durango, Cortez) with door to door shared-ride and private accommodations.

Note that all reservations must be booked a minimum of 48 hours in advance of travel. Alpine Express reservations are on a request basis only and are not guaranteed until a final confirmation is received.

About Alpine Express Shared Ride Shuttle Service

Shared Ride shuttle service means that you or your party will likely share a vehicle with other individuals or parties. The vehicle is typically a 14 passenger van though we sometimes use sport utility vehicles such as Suburbans or buses when many people are going to the same location at the same time. The price is lower but there are potential compromises.

We group passengers together who are arriving or departing on the same flight to minimize delays in leaving the curb so you don't have to wait till the next plane comes in to fill the vehicle. As soon as all passengers check in with us then get their bags our driver will get you going as soon as possible. However there may be a delay due to lost luggage for a passenger that you share the vehicle with but we can often arrange for that person to follow on another later vehicle if one is scheduled to follow soon. Please be patient as it could be you that arrives without a bag.

There are usually several stops while dropping passengers off since different passengers often go to different locations in Crested Butte. Sometimes we have a vehicle with all passengers going to the same location. Your driver will arrange the drop offs to be in the most time efficient route. Shared Ride shuttles have no stops between the airport and your location.

There are minimum charges for a Shared Ride that are higher than the single passenger rate. This seldom occurs during busy seasons of winter and summer but can occur depending on your arrival or departure time and location. When you reserve your ride from or to certain locations you will be advised that there is a minimum. For example Grand Junction to Crested Butte has a four adult minimum. If you make a reservation and you are the only person arriving on a flight and riding to Crested Butte you will be charged for a total of 4 adults. If at the time of the ride three or more others end up taking the same ride whether as later reservations or last minute walkups then you will be charged the individual rate for just yourself. If only one or two other persons ride with you then each of you would be charged 1/2 or 1/3 of the 4 adult minimum charge.

About Alpine Express Private Shuttle Service

Private vehicle shuttle service means that you or your party will have a private vehicle all to yourself. The vehicle is typically a sport utility vehicle such as a Suburban for 1 to 6 persons, passenger vans for 7 to 10 persons or mini coaches and buses for larger private parties. The price is per vehicle rather than per person.

As soon as you and your private party check in with us then get your bags our driver will load your bags and you will be promptly off the curb with no delays.

There are no stops to drop off other passengers. There are NO minimum charges with private shuttles.

Terms & Conditions/ Reservation Agreement

Cancellation & Refund Policy: All shared and private ride reservations are refundable at 80% of the fare paid when cancelled at least 24-hours prior to the scheduled pick up. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received less than 24-hours prior to scheduled pickup. No refunds will be issued for travel plan changes less than 24-hours of travel due to weather, road or traffic conditions, airline rescheduling, etc. Nothing in the sale of this ticket guarantees connections with other travel arrangements (i.e. air, bus, train, etc.).

Arrival Information: In the event you encounter any change in your travel arrangements (flight delay, cancellation, etc.) please email us at reservations@letsride.co to advise us of your status. We will then arrange for a new pick-up time and possibly avoid additional cost to you. Please note that if you are on a shared-ride you may need to wait on a vehicle while other passengers check-in and retrieve their luggage before departing for your destination.

Baggage: Our fare includes two (2) bags plus one personal/carry on item. Oversized items such as ski/snowboard bags or golf clubs are to be declared at the time of booking. Bikes or other large items will incur a fee of $35. If the oversized item is larger than 5 feet in any way (except skis/snowboards) the guest must book a private vehicle. Bikes or large items must be in a bag or box.

Children: Although taxis, shuttle vans and commercial buses are exempt from Colorado’s child passenger safety law, it is always the safest option to use car seats and booster seats, even when in exempt vehicles. Suggestions under Colorado law are for children weighing less than 40 pounds (18 kg) to be in an infant carrier seat; and children weighing between 40 and 80 pounds (18-36 kg) to be in a child safety seat. It is the responsibility of the parent or the guardian of the child to secure the equipment and child in the seat or carrier. Child safety seats are available upon request for $5/per seat. Fee is waived on private rides.

Departure Information: On the day of your departure, please have your luggage curbside or in the hotel lobby, available at the scheduled pickup time. For shared-ride reservations, due to other pick-ups, we allocate a 30 minute pick-up window.

Lost or Damaged Items: Co West Transportation will not be responsible for lost or damaged luggage or personal property carried in or on its vehicles unless such loss or damage is caused by neglect or wrongful act of the company or its agents, and in no event shall the company’s liability, therefore, be greater than $250 per piece of luggage or parcel. Please remember that many bags look alike. Our drivers cannot be responsible for remembering which bags belong to each passenger. Upon reaching your destination, please check to ensure that you have retrieved all your belongings and that each bag, briefcase, computer, etc., is, indeed, yours. We try our best to return items left in our vehicles to their owners but we assume no liability for lost, stolen, damaged or misplaced items. Any charges incurred in returning an item that was left behind to its owner must be paid by the owner of the item. Unclaimed items are disposed of after 30 days. We recommend being extra careful with small items (cell phones, iPods, glasses, etc.) as they can be easily overlooked and left behind in our vehicles.

Unruly Passengers: In order to maintain a safe and comfortable environment, we reserve the right to deny or de-board any person who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs, passengers who do not conduct themselves in a seemly manner, or those suffering from a contagious malady.

Road Conditions or Other Delays: Co West Transportation will not be held liable for delays caused by an act of God, public enemies, authority of law, quarantine, riots, strikes, inclement weather, accidents, breakdowns, road closures and other rapidly developing delay causing factors. Departure and or arrival times may be adjusted to facilitate safe travel.

Gratuities: Private vehicle airport rates DO NOT include driver gratuity. Tipping is allowed and appreciated. Shared ride rates DO include driver gratuity.

Pets: Pets will be permitted if restrained or in a carrier. Pets taking up a seat will be charged the full adult fare. Service dogs will be allowed on shared ride shuttles and will not be charged. Co West Transportation will not be responsible or liable for the injury or loss of these animals, nor for any injury caused by the actions of these animals. Please let us know if you will be traveling with a pet when making your reservation as this will allow us to ensure all guests on your shuttle are comfortable with your pet.

Fares: We make every effort to show accurate information on our website. In the event a fare is listed at an incorrect price, or a reservation is made with incorrect prices due to typographical, technical, or computer error, Co West reserves the right to refuse or cancel & refund any reservations made at the incorrect fare.

Limitations of Liability: Co West Transportation and Ski Trip Advisors will not be responsible for delays caused by weather, road, or traffic conditions; mechanical failure; or any other conditions beyond our control. Any expenses arising as a result of delayed departure or arrival times, including missed flights or travel connections, are the sole responsibility of the passenger.

Discounts & Offers: All discounts, promotions or offers must be declared and applied at initial booking, either online or over the phone with an agent. Discounts, promotions or additional offers cannot be applied retroactively to an existing reservation, therefore no refunds will be issued.

Payments: Prepayment is required for all reservations (with the exception of local taxi service and organizations set up as billing accounts). We accept Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express