Bettendorf to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

776.7 miles 1250 km · straight line
913.2 miles actual route 1469.6 km · driving distance
15h 57min estimated drive time
$88 - $108 estimated fuel cost
~2h 4min flight time
261° W bearing direction

How far is Bettendorf from Colorado Springs?

The distance from Bettendorf to Colorado Springs is 776.7 miles (1250 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located W of Bettendorf. By car, the driving distance is approximately 913.2 miles, taking about 15h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 4min. Both are located in United States — Bettendorf in Iowa and Colorado 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. 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 Bettendorf and Colorado Springs. 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 Bettendorf to Colorado Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 57min $88 - $108 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~19h 8min $73–$137* Budget
Train ~20h 44min $110–$320* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bettendorf & Colorado Springs

Quick Facts

Bettendorf
41.52°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
173m elevation
Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 259 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 65 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 32.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM