Denver to Sun Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

554.4 miles 892.2 km · straight line
771.6 miles actual route 1241.7 km · driving distance
13h 31min estimated drive time
$74 - $91 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
303° WNW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Sun Valley?

The distance from Denver to Sun Valley is 554.4 miles (892.2 km) as the crow flies. Sun Valley is located WNW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 771.6 miles, taking about 13h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Sun Valley in Idaho.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Sun Valley. 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 Sun Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 31min $74 - $91 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 13min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~17h 34min $93–$270* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Sun Valley

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Sun Valley
43.70°N, 114.35°W
America/Boise
1752m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 185 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM