Emporia to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Emporia from Vail?

The distance from Emporia to Vail is 553.5 miles (890.7 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located WNW of Emporia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 664.1 miles, taking about 13h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Emporia in Kansas and Vail in Colorado.

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 Emporia and Vail. 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.