Brookings to Denver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brookings from Denver?

The distance from Brookings to Denver is 525.5 miles (845.7 km) as the crow flies. Denver is located SW of Brookings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 676.7 miles, taking about 12h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Brookings in South Dakota and Denver 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Brookings 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.