Abortion Travel Guide: Colorado Springs to Boulder, CO
If you live in Colorado Springs or El Paso County, you have strong legal protections for abortion care under Colorado law.
However, access can still feel complicated – whether due to appointment availability, personal privacy concerns, insurance questions, or simply wanting a trusted, established clinic.
At Boulder Valley Health Center (BVHC), we have provided compassionate, confidential abortion care to Colorado residents for over 50 years.
Located in Boulder, we regularly serve patients traveling from Colorado Springs and Southern Colorado who are looking for experienced providers, efficient scheduling, and supportive care.
For more information about Colorado’s legal protections, telehealth eligibility, and statewide resources, please visit our Colorado Abortion Care resources page.
Planning Your Travel from Colorado Springs to Boulder
Boulder is typically 1.5 to 2 hours from Colorado Springs, depending on traffic and weather conditions. Many Colorado Springs and Southern Colorado patients choose to:
- Drive north via I-25
- Use RTD regional bus routes (RTD Trip Planner)
- Arrange a trusted support person to accompany them
Your access to high-quality abortion care should never depend on your zip code. We regularly serve patients from Colorado Springs, Briargate, Fountain, Monument, Pueblom, Canon City, and other surrounding areas.
Single-Visit, In-Clinic Care for Denver Patients
To minimize your time away from home, most patients are able to complete all counseling and abortion care during a single visit to our Boulder clinic
- Same-Day In-Clinic Care: Intake, consent, and abortion care can all be completed during your scheduled appointment. No prior visit or telehealth appointment is required.
- Optional Telehealth Support: Some patients choose to speak with our team by phone or video before traveling. This is completely optional and based on your preferences.
Important: You must be physically located in Colorado during your telehealth appointment. All abortion procedures and medication abortions are provided in person at our Boulder clinic.
Packing for Your Trip
- Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing
- Phone, earbuds, and charger
- A book or quiet activity
- Pads and extra underwear
- Personal comfort items for rest or travel
Patient Support: Need help planning your travel? Our patient navigators can guide you on the best options for your visit.
Financial Assistance for Colorado Springs Residents
You do not have to navigate the costs or logistics of this journey alone.
Reputable Colorado Support Organizations:
- Cobalt Abortion Fund: Provides financial assistance to patients traveling to or within Colorado for care.
- Colorado Doula Project: If you are traveling from the Denver metro area, this group can provide “practical support,” which may include assistance with gas money, Bustang tickets, or lodging in Boulder.
- National Abortion Federation (NAF): As a NAF-member clinic, we can help eligible patients qualify for funding support.
- BVHC Financial Navigators: When you call to schedule, let us know you are traveling from the Colorado Springs area. We can discuss Abortion Cost & Financial Support, and help coordinate in-state funding to ensure care is affordable.
Why Choose Boulder Valley Health Center?
Patients from Southern Colorado often tell us they choose BVHC for:
- Specialized Care: We have over 50 years of experience as an independent, non-profit provider. We specialize in personalized, non-judgmental care that other providers often cannot match.
- Maximum Privacy: Traveling to a different city like Boulder provides a level of anonymity for your visit.
- No Mandatory Waiting Periods: Colorado protects your right to efficient care. We typically offer appointments within 7 days, allowing you to resolve your healthcare needs quickly.
- Accredited & Safe: We are a fully accredited facility with board-certified medical professionals, ensuring the highest standard of safety for both medication and procedural abortions.
Contact Boulder Valley Health Center
If you have questions about telehealth eligibility or would like to schedule an appointment, please call us directly. Unfortunately, we can NOT schedule abortion appointments online.
We’re here to answer your questions and provide high-quality, affordable, supportive, and respectful healthcare to all our patients.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm | Saturdays 8:30 am – 1:00 pm MT
Location: 2855 Valmont Road, Boulder, CO 80301
Additional Questions?
We understand that traveling for healthcare is a big decision. For detailed answers regarding medical safety, what to expect during your procedure, and aftercare, please visit our Abortion Services Overview.