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Lionshead, Vail · Family-Owned Since 2015

Car Service to The Lion.Right to the Door.

Private SUV and Sprinter transfers from Denver and Eagle airports to The Lion, on the west end of Lionshead.

That is our Suburban at the entrance on West Lionshead Circle. We run to Lionshead every week, and we know the drop-off cold.

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Denver (DIA)
120 miles, about 2 hours
Eagle (EGE)
About 40 minutes
In Lionshead
West end, by the Eagle Bahn Gondola
Private Aviation
Planeside pickup at the Jet Center
The Destination

We Know This Entrance.

The Lion sits on the west end of Lionshead, on West Lionshead Circle, with the Eagle Bahn Gondola, the shops, and the pedestrian village a short walk away. It is one of the newer luxury properties in Lionshead, a quieter setting that is still close to the lifts and ski school.

One of our favorite touches at The Lion is the custom stretched golf cart. The staff uses it to run guests and ski gear between the hotel and the Lionshead drop-off between The Arrabelle and The Lodge at Lionshead. It is about as close to clicking into your skis as you can get without staying ski-in, ski-out.

We know where to pull in and where the door is, and how to unload a family and its gear without blocking the village road.

Local Drivers

Local Drivers Matter in Vail.

Winter driving in the Colorado mountains is its own thing. Snow on Vail Pass, traffic on I-70, and icy mornings in Lionshead are all part of the job.

We are based in the Vail Valley, and our drivers are on these roads all winter. That local experience matters when your family and your gear are in the car. A storm on Vail Pass is a problem we solve, not one we hand to you.

What We Do

Both Airports. One Vehicle, Door to Door.

Private SUV and Sprinter transportation between The Lion and the airports that serve the valley, plus transfers from Beaver Creek, Aspen, and the other mountain towns.

Denver International (DIA). 120 miles from Vail, about two hours. This is most of our airport work.

Eagle County (EGE). About thirty minutes from Lionshead, with seasonal direct flights from major East Coast and Midwest cities.

We also meet private aviation at the Vail Valley Jet Center and run local trips around Vail and Lionshead. Every trip is private. We do not run shared shuttles. The vehicle you book is yours from pickup to drop-off.

Chevrolet Suburban

One to six passengers with luggage and ski gear. The right vehicle for a family arriving at The Lion.

Mercedes Sprinter

Seven to fourteen passengers. Wedding and group shuttles, family reunions, ski clubs, and corporate parties.

Transparent Pricing

All-Inclusive Flat Rates.

The Lion ↔ DIA
$595 each way, Suburban
Up to 6 passengers. Sprinter $895.
The Lion ↔ EGE
$290 each way, Suburban
Up to 6 passengers. Sprinter $430.

The price you see is the price you pay. Gratuity, fuel, fees, and taxes are included. No surprises at the end of the trip. Beaver Creek, Aspen, and hourly charters quoted on request. Holiday and high-season pricing may apply.

The Experience

We Wait on You. Not the Other Way Around.

We like to have our ducks in a row. By the time you walk out, the vehicle is already there, warm, and loaded. The minute you are settled and the door closes, the driver buckles in, makes sure everyone is secure and comfortable, and we are moving. You are never sitting in the car waiting on a driver who is still sorting things out. That work is done before you ever open the door.

We track your flight and adjust to delays automatically. No calls, no texts, no rebooking. The minute you land at DIA, we text you simple directions to your vehicle, where it is parked and which Suburban is yours. Grab your bags, walk straight to the car, and we go.

For private arrivals, we meet you planeside at Signature's Vail Valley Jet Center and the NetJets facility at EGE. We help with bags and ski gear, and we have you to the door of The Lion without fuss. Early morning departures are routine for us. We are there before you are, every time.

Private Aviation

Flying Private? We Meet You on the Ramp.

If you are arriving by private jet, we coordinate with the FBO ground crew, pull up to the aircraft, load your bags and gear, and go. No terminal, no lobby wait unless you want one. Send us your tail number and FBO, and we give your flight crew a direct number for the ground.

Eagle County (EGE)

Signature's Vail Valley Jet Center and the NetJets facility. About 40 minutes to Vail. The closest jet airport, with on-site U.S. Customs for international arrivals.

Rifle (RIL)

Atlantic Aviation. About two hours to Vail. The field that stays open when weather closes the mountain airports, and the smart backup when Eagle or Aspen go down.

Denver Centennial (APA)

Signature, Modern Aviation, and Denver jetCenter, on the south side of Denver and clear of the DIA terminals. About two and a half hours to Vail.

Aspen (ASE) and Denver (DEN)

Atlantic Aviation at Aspen, plus the private terminals at Denver International. Wherever you land in the region, tell us and we will be there.

We track your flight and adjust to early or late arrivals automatically. Customs clearance at Eagle makes EGE the easy choice for guests flying in from Mexico City, Monterrey, and beyond.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is The Lion from Denver International Airport?
The Lion in Lionshead is about 120 miles west of Denver International Airport via I-70. The drive takes roughly two hours in clear conditions, longer in winter weather and on busy weekends.
How far is The Lion from Eagle County Airport (EGE)?
Eagle County Regional Airport is about a thirty minute drive from The Lion. EGE has seasonal direct flights from a number of major cities, so for many of our clients it is the more convenient option.
Where exactly is The Lion in Vail?
The Lion is on the west end of Lionshead at 701 West Lionshead Circle, near the Eagle Bahn Gondola and between The Arrabelle and The Lodge at Lionshead. It is one of Lionshead's newer luxury properties.
How much does a car from Denver airport to The Lion cost?
$595 each way for a Chevrolet Suburban, all-inclusive, for up to six passengers. A Mercedes Sprinter is $895 each way. From Eagle (EGE) it is $290 for the Suburban and $430 for the Sprinter. Gratuity, fuel, fees, and taxes are included.
Do you drive to Beaver Creek and Aspen too?
Yes. We provide private transfers between The Lion and Beaver Creek, Aspen, Vail Village, and private homes throughout the valley, as well as both airports.
Do you drive in snowstorms and Vail Pass closures?
Yes. We have driven I-70 over Vail Pass in every condition Colorado throws at it for more than thirty years. Our vehicles run snow tires through the winter and our drivers are local. If a closure happens during your trip, we know the alternate routes.
Can you handle skis and snowboards?
Yes. A Suburban handles six passengers plus skis or boards for everyone. For larger groups or expedition gear, the Sprinter has room for up to fourteen with all their equipment. The Lion's golf cart can run your gear to the gondola from there.
How far in advance should I book?
For peak holiday weeks such as Christmas, Presidents' Day, Spring Break, and MLK, book as soon as you have flight details. Those weeks fill months ahead. For regular ski season weeks, a week or two of notice is usually enough.

Book Your Ride to The Lion.

Call or text George and Kyla directly. No hold music, no dispatch queue, ever.

We respond fast. If you do not hear back within an hour during business hours, something is wrong with our phones. Try again or email VailPowderCars@gmail.com.

Getting to The Lion

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