Amarillo to Clifton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amarillo from Clifton?

The distance from Amarillo to Clifton is 451.8 miles (727.1 km) as the crow flies. Clifton is located NW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 542.1 miles, taking about 10h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Clifton in Colorado.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Amarillo 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.