Denver to Elk River: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Denver from Elk River?

The distance from Denver to Elk River is 696.2 miles (1120.5 km) as the crow flies. Elk River is located NE of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 860 miles, taking about 16h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 54min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Elk River in Minnesota.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Elk River. 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.