Durango to Mammoth Lakes: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Durango from Mammoth Lakes?

The distance from Durango to Mammoth Lakes is 608.5 miles (979.3 km) as the crow flies. Mammoth Lakes is located W of Durango. By car, the driving distance is approximately 730.2 miles, taking about 14h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Durango in Colorado and Mammoth Lakes in California.

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 Durango and Mammoth Lakes. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.