Boulder to Denver: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Boulder from Denver?
The distance from Boulder to Denver is 24.2 miles (38.9 km) as the crow flies. Denver is located SE of Boulder. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28.8 miles, taking about 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.
This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.
Coordinates come from public place data for Boulder and Denver. 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 Boulder to Denver
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Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours