Denver to Edmonton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1034 miles 1664.1 km · straight line
1268.4 miles actual route 2041.3 km · driving distance
22h 31min estimated drive time
$122 - $150 estimated fuel cost
~2h 35min flight time
340° NNW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Edmonton?

The distance from Denver to Edmonton is 1034 miles (1664.1 km) as the crow flies. Edmonton is located NNW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1268.4 miles, taking about 22h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Denver is in Colorado, United States, while Edmonton is in Alberta, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Denver and Edmonton. 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 Denver to Edmonton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 31min $122 - $150 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 1min $101–$190* Budget
Train ~29h 16min $152–$444* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Edmonton

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Edmonton
53.55°N, 113.49°W
America/Edmonton
668m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 345 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM