Cost of shuttles from McCarthy to Kennecott Mine area

Question

I have looked everywhere and can't find something that gives the typical price of a shuttle between McCarthy and the Kennecott Mine area. (I know they are subject to change, but I'm looking for the average typical price.) The AI Overview says the shuttles are free, and I'm pretty confident that's incorrect. There is no price listed on the Copper Town Shuttle site, nor is there an email address I can find to inquire through. I have seen everything ranging from $5 each person each way to $25 each person each way, so for two people that could be $20 each day or $100 for each day we want to explore the Kennecott Mine area and I'm trying to budget for it. What is the average price per person (one-way) I should be planning for (typically) in the first week of July? Thank you!

Answer

The shuttle service between McCarthy and the Kennecott Mine area is operated primarily by the Copper Town Shuttle and a few private options. While there isn’t a universally published price, you can get a good estimate based on reports from visitors during the summer months.

For planning purposes in the first week of July, which is peak season, typical one-way fares per person are generally in the range of:

$10–$15 per person one-way for the standard shuttle service.
Some private shuttles or charters may charge up to $20–$25 per person one-way, especially if you require a flexible schedule or later return times.
Children or under-12 passengers are often slightly discounted, but not always.

For budgeting a full day exploring the Kennecott Mine area, assuming you take a round trip, you can estimate about $20–$30 per person per day for the shuttle. If you plan multiple trips per day to explore different parts of the historic district or nearby trails, you may want to budget a bit extra.

Additional notes:

Shuttles are timed with the National Park Service and Kennecott Mine tours, so they tend to be regular and reliable.
Reservations are recommended for the peak summer season, as shuttles can fill quickly, especially on weekends.
If your schedule is flexible, some lodging in McCarthy offers private shuttle services bundled with accommodations, which can slightly reduce per-person costs.

In summary, planning on about $10–$15 per person one-way is reasonable, with a round trip costing $20–$30 per person per day.

Cost of shuttles from McCarthy to Kennecott Mine area

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