Denver to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Denver from Reno?

The distance from Denver to Reno is 788 miles (1268.2 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located W of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1037.1 miles, taking about 17h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 5min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Reno in Nevada.

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 Reno. 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.