Brookings to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Brookings from Parker?

The distance from Brookings to Parker is 526.1 miles (846.7 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located SW of Brookings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 631.3 miles, taking about 12h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Brookings in South Dakota and Parker 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 Parker. 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.