Denver to Mount Rainier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Denver from Mount Rainier?

The distance from Denver to Mount Rainier is 973.1 miles (1566.1 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rainier is located NW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1253.2 miles, taking about 22h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 27min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Mount Rainier in Washington.

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 Denver and Mount Rainier. 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.