Denver to Willmar: Road Trip Guide & Distance

628.3 miles 1011.1 km · straight line
782.1 miles actual route 1258.6 km · driving distance
14h 56min estimated drive time
$75 - $93 estimated fuel cost
~1h 46min flight time
50° NE bearing direction

How far is Denver from Willmar?

The distance from Denver to Willmar is 628.3 miles (1011.1 km) as the crow flies. Willmar is located NE of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 782.1 miles, taking about 14h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 46min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Willmar in Minnesota.

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 Willmar. 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 Willmar

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 56min $75 - $93 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 55min $63–$117* Budget
Train ~19h 25min $94–$274* 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 & Willmar

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Willmar
45.12°N, 95.04°W
America/Chicago
348m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 209 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 52 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM