Clifton to Hays: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clifton from Hays?

The distance from Clifton to Hays is 490 miles (788.5 km) as the crow flies. Hays is located E of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 587.9 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Hays in Kansas.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clifton and Hays. 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.