Colorado State University is in Fort Collins, Colorado, about 45 miles south of Cheyenne, and the University of Northern Colorado is in Greeley, Colorado, about 40 miles southeast of Cheyenne. Both schools are excellent four-year universities with a wide range of courses and degree opportunities. Cheyenne has very affordable housing. The city has been experiencing a building boom in recent years, and rental housing is very scarce. Being a smaller city, there is no official public transportation.
Commercial airlines service the city and commute to the Denver airport.
Interstate 80 and US Interstate 25. Cheyenne is a major rail center and is served by Amtrak.