Badlands to Greeley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266.4 miles 428.7 km · straight line
333 miles estimated 535.9 km · driving distance
6h 42min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Badlands from Greeley?

The distance from Badlands to Greeley is 266.4 miles (428.7 km) as the crow flies. Greeley is located SSW of Badlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 333 miles, taking about 6h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Badlands in South Dakota and Greeley in Colorado.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Greeley. 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.

How to Get from Badlands to Greeley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 42min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 2min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 22min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Badlands & Greeley

Quick Facts

Badlands
43.86°N, 102.34°W
America/Chicago
785m elevation
Greeley
40.42°N, 104.71°W
America/Denver
1425m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients