Clifton to Indio: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Clifton from Indio?

The distance from Clifton to Indio is 569.1 miles (915.8 km) as the crow flies. Indio is located SW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 682.9 miles, taking about 13h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Indio in California.

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 Clifton and Indio. 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.