Abilene to Clifton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Abilene from Clifton?

The distance from Abilene to Clifton is 669.8 miles (1077.9 km) as the crow flies. Clifton is located NW of Abilene. By car, the driving distance is approximately 803.7 miles, taking about 16h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 51min. Both are located in United States — Abilene in Texas and Clifton in Colorado.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Abilene and Clifton. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.