Jackson Hole to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Jackson Hole from Vail?

The distance from Jackson Hole to Vail is 349 miles (561.6 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located SE of Jackson Hole. By car, the driving distance is approximately 418.7 miles, taking about 8h 25min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 12min. Both are located in United States — Jackson Hole in Wyoming and Vail 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Jackson Hole and Vail. 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.