Garden City, Kansas to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.2 miles 378.5 km · straight line
294 miles estimated 473.1 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Garden City, Kansas from Parker?

The distance from Garden City, Kansas to Parker is 235.2 miles (378.5 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located WNW of Garden City, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 294 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Garden City, Kansas in Kansas and Parker in Colorado.

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 Garden City, Kansas and Parker. 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 Garden City, Kansas to Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $35–$103* Comfort

Quick Facts

Garden City, Kansas
37.97°N, 100.87°W
America/Chicago
865m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients