Amarillo to Denver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

356.9 miles 574.3 km · straight line
427.3 miles actual route 687.6 km · driving distance
7h 49min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
332° NNW bearing direction

How far is Amarillo from Denver?

The distance from Amarillo to Denver is 356.9 miles (574.3 km) as the crow flies. Denver is located NNW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 427.3 miles, taking about 7h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Denver 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 Denver. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Amarillo to Denver

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 49min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 23min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 26min $51–$150* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Amarillo
35.22°N, 101.83°W
America/Chicago
1118m elevation
Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM