Crested Butte to Parlier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Crested Butte from Parlier?

The distance from Crested Butte to Parlier is 702 miles (1129.8 km) as the crow flies. Parlier is located W of Crested Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 842.5 miles, taking about 16h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 55min. Both are located in United States — Crested Butte in Colorado and Parlier 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Crested Butte and Parlier. 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.