Colorado Springs is served by two interstates, I-25 and US 24, in addition to a number of state highways. A bus service called the Mountain Metro runs to various destinations within the city on a regular basis during the day but only offers a limited service during the evenings. The city is bike-friendly and boasts a number of places from which you can hire a bicycle.
Getting from the Airport to the City
Flights to Colorado are served by Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) which lies approximately 6 miles (10km) away. The main Interstate 25 runs between the two locations. There are a number of public transport options to reach the city from the airport, including a regular bus service, shuttles and a plethora of taxis.
Colorado Springs airport overview
Colorado Springs Municipal Airport (COS) is a jointly-owned civil and military hub, offering limited service to 13 American destinations. Colorado’s second-busiest airport, it shares its site with Peterson Air Force Base.
Flights to Colorado Springs Municipal Airport are provided by US carriers only, and only between Colorado Springs and other major change-over destinations, such as Chicago, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Phoenix. Small and efficient, the airport provides a viable alternative to massive Denver International.