Fort Collins to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

225.4 miles 362.7 km · straight line
281.7 miles estimated 453.4 km · driving distance
5h 40min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
289° WNW bearing direction

How far is Fort Collins from Rock Springs?

The distance from Fort Collins to Rock Springs is 225.4 miles (362.7 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located WNW of Fort Collins. By car, the driving distance is approximately 281.7 miles, taking about 5h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Fort Collins in Colorado and Rock Springs in Wyoming.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Fort Collins and Rock Springs. 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.

How to Get from Fort Collins to Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 40min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 48min $23–$42* Budget
Train ~5h 23min $34–$99* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Collins & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Fort Collins
40.59°N, 105.08°W
America/Denver
1525m elevation
Rock Springs
41.59°N, 109.20°W
America/Denver
1947m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 75 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 110.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients