Barstow to Steamboat Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Barstow from Steamboat Springs?

The distance from Barstow to Steamboat Springs is 677.1 miles (1089.7 km) as the crow flies. Steamboat Springs is located NE of Barstow. By car, the driving distance is approximately 812.5 miles, taking about 16h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 52min. Both are located in United States — Barstow in California and Steamboat Springs 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Barstow and Steamboat Springs. 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.