Amarillo to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amarillo from Vail?

The distance from Amarillo to Vail is 394 miles (634.1 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located NW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 472.8 miles, taking about 9h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Vail 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 Vail. 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.