Gardner, Kansas to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

528.8 miles 851.1 km · straight line
634.6 miles estimated 1021.3 km · driving distance
12h 46min estimated drive time
$61 - $75 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
278° W bearing direction

How far is Gardner, Kansas from Parker?

The distance from Gardner, Kansas to Parker is 528.8 miles (851.1 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located W of Gardner, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 634.6 miles, taking about 12h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Gardner, Kansas in Kansas and Parker 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 Gardner, 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 Gardner, Kansas to Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 46min $61 - $75 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 19min $51–$95* Budget
Train ~16h 36min $76–$222* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gardner, Kansas & Parker

Quick Facts

Gardner, Kansas
38.81°N, 94.93°W
America/Chicago
323m 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 176 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients