Colorado Springs to Garden City, Kansas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

222 miles 357.2 km · straight line
262.2 miles actual route 421.9 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
104° ESE bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Garden City, Kansas?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Garden City, Kansas is 222 miles (357.2 km) as the crow flies. Garden City, Kansas is located ESE of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 262.2 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Garden City, Kansas in Kansas.

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. 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 Colorado Springs and Garden City, Kansas. 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 Garden City, Kansas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $31–$92* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Garden City, Kansas

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Garden City, Kansas
37.97°N, 100.87°W
America/Chicago
865m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM