Denver to Payson, Utah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

357.9 miles 576 km · straight line
478.2 miles actual route 769.6 km · driving distance
8h 58min estimated drive time
$46 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 13min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Denver from Payson, Utah?

The distance from Denver to Payson, Utah is 357.9 miles (576 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Utah is located W of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 478.2 miles, taking about 8h 58min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Payson, Utah in Utah.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Payson, Utah. 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 Payson, Utah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 58min $46 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 13min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 46min $38–$72* Budget
Train ~8h 31min $57–$167* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Payson, Utah

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Payson, Utah
40.04°N, 111.73°W
America/Denver
1418m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 119 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 30 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 69.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM