Denver to Gillette: Road Trip Guide & Distance

315.6 miles 507.9 km · straight line
341.6 miles actual route 549.8 km · driving distance
6h 3min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 8min flight time
355° N bearing direction

How far is Denver from Gillette?

The distance from Denver to Gillette is 315.6 miles (507.9 km) as the crow flies. Gillette is located N of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 341.6 miles, taking about 6h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 8min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Gillette in Wyoming.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Gillette. 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 Gillette

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 3min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 8min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 16min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 45min $41–$120* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Gillette
44.29°N, 105.50°W
America/Denver
1388m 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 78.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM