Hereford, Texas to Steamboat Springs: Road Trip Guide & Distance

460.6 miles 741.2 km · straight line
552.6 miles estimated 889.4 km · driving distance
11h 7min estimated drive time
$53 - $65 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
330° NNW bearing direction

How far is Hereford, Texas from Steamboat Springs?

The distance from Hereford, Texas to Steamboat Springs is 460.6 miles (741.2 km) as the crow flies. Steamboat Springs is located NNW of Hereford, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 552.6 miles, taking about 11h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Hereford, Texas in Texas and Steamboat Springs in Colorado.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Hereford, Texas and Steamboat 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 Hereford, Texas to Steamboat Springs

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 7min $53 - $65 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 20min $44–$83* Budget
Train ~10h 34min $66–$193* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hereford, Texas & Steamboat Springs

Quick Facts

Hereford, Texas
34.82°N, 102.40°W
America/Chicago
1163m elevation
Steamboat Springs
40.48°N, 106.83°W
America/Denver
2051m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients