Denver to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

255 miles 410.4 km · straight line
336.9 miles actual route 542.2 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Rock Springs?

The distance from Denver to Rock Springs is 255 miles (410.4 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located WNW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.9 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Rock Springs 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. 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 Rock Springs. 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 Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Rock Springs
41.59°N, 109.20°W
America/Denver
1947m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM