Durango to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Durango from Yosemite?

The distance from Durango to Yosemite is 639.3 miles (1028.9 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located W of Durango. By car, the driving distance is approximately 767.2 miles, taking about 15h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Durango in Colorado and Yosemite 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 Yosemite. 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.