Denver to Tulsa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

548.9 miles 883.4 km · straight line
693.9 miles actual route 1116.8 km · driving distance
11h 52min estimated drive time
$67 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
114° ESE bearing direction

How far is Denver from Tulsa?

The distance from Denver to Tulsa is 548.9 miles (883.4 km) as the crow flies. Tulsa is located ESE of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 693.9 miles, taking about 11h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Tulsa in Oklahoma.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Denver and Tulsa. 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 Tulsa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 52min $67 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 14min $56–$104* Budget
Train ~15h 26min $83–$243* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Tulsa

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Tulsa
36.15°N, 95.99°W
America/Chicago
226m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 183 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM