Brighton, Colorado to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.6 miles 409.7 km · straight line
318.2 miles estimated 512.1 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Brighton, Colorado from Rock Springs?

The distance from Brighton, Colorado to Rock Springs is 254.6 miles (409.7 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located WNW of Brighton, Colorado. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.2 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Brighton, Colorado in Colorado and Rock Springs in Wyoming.

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 Brighton, Colorado and Rock 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.

How to Get from Brighton, Colorado to Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Brighton, Colorado & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Brighton, Colorado
39.99°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1519m elevation
Rock Springs
41.59°N, 109.20°W
America/Denver
1947m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients