Austin, Texas to Mesa Verde: Road Trip Guide & Distance

779.9 miles 1255.1 km · straight line
957.7 miles actual route 1541.2 km · driving distance
18h 14min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
311° NW bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Mesa Verde?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Mesa Verde is 779.9 miles (1255.1 km) as the crow flies. Mesa Verde is located NW of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 957.7 miles, taking about 18h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Austin, Texas in Texas and Mesa Verde 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 Austin, Texas and Mesa Verde. 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 Austin, Texas to Mesa Verde

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 14min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 53min $77–$144* Budget
Train ~23h 42min $115–$335* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Mesa Verde

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Mesa Verde
37.18°N, 108.49°W
America/Denver
2613m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 260 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM