Badlands to Boulder: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Badlands from Boulder?

The distance from Badlands to Boulder is 305.1 miles (491 km) as the crow flies. Boulder is located SSW of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 381.4 miles, taking about 7h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 7min. Both are located in United States — Badlands in South Dakota and Boulder 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 Badlands and Boulder. 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.