Colorado Springs to Gallup: Road Trip Guide & Distance

314.2 miles 505.7 km · straight line
513.3 miles actual route 826 km · driving distance
8h 49min estimated drive time
$49 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Gallup?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Gallup is 314.2 miles (505.7 km) as the crow flies. Gallup is located SW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 513.3 miles, taking about 8h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Gallup in New Mexico.

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. 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 Colorado Springs and Gallup. 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 Colorado Springs to Gallup

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 49min $49 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 35min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~8h 23min $62–$180* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Gallup

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Gallup
35.53°N, 108.74°W
America/Denver
1985m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 105 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 26 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 79.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM