Hays to Mesa Verde: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Hays from Mesa Verde?
The distance from Hays to Mesa Verde is 511.9 miles (823.9 km) as the crow flies. Mesa Verde is located W of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 614.3 miles, taking about 12h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas 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 Hays 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 Hays to Mesa Verde
Suggested Stops Between Hays & Mesa Verde
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 171 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
- You could travel this distance about 48.6 times to circle the Earth's equator