Greeley to Rock Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

247.7 miles 398.6 km · straight line
309.6 miles estimated 498.3 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Greeley from Rock Springs?

The distance from Greeley to Rock Springs is 247.7 miles (398.6 km) as the crow flies. Rock Springs is located WNW of Greeley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 309.6 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Greeley 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 Greeley 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 Greeley to Rock Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$108* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Greeley & Rock Springs

Quick Facts

Greeley
40.42°N, 104.71°W
America/Denver
1425m 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 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients