Hastings, Nebraska to Mesa Verde: Road Trip Guide & Distance

591.4 miles 951.8 km · straight line
709.7 miles estimated 1142.2 km · driving distance
14h 17min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
250° WSW bearing direction

How far is Hastings, Nebraska from Mesa Verde?

The distance from Hastings, Nebraska to Mesa Verde is 591.4 miles (951.8 km) as the crow flies. Mesa Verde is located WSW of Hastings, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 709.7 miles, taking about 14h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Hastings, Nebraska in Nebraska and Mesa Verde 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 Hastings, Nebraska and Mesa Verde. 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 Hastings, Nebraska to Mesa Verde

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 17min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 8min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~18h 34min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hastings, Nebraska & Mesa Verde

Quick Facts

Hastings, Nebraska
40.59°N, 98.39°W
America/Chicago
587m elevation
Mesa Verde
37.18°N, 108.49°W
America/Denver
2613m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 197 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients