Cheyenne to Colorado Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

159.3 miles 256.4 km · straight line
170.1 miles actual route 273.8 km · driving distance
3h 5min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
180° S bearing direction

How far is Cheyenne from Colorado Springs?

The distance from Cheyenne to Colorado Springs is 159.3 miles (256.4 km) as the crow flies. Colorado Springs is located S of Cheyenne. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.1 miles, taking about 3h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Cheyenne in Wyoming and Colorado Springs in Colorado.

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. 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 Cheyenne 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 Cheyenne to Colorado Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 5min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 42min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~2h 56min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cheyenne & Colorado Springs

Quick Facts

Cheyenne
41.14°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1856m 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 53 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 156.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM