Kearney to Mesa Verde: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Kearney from Mesa Verde?

The distance from Kearney to Mesa Verde is 560.5 miles (902 km) as the crow flies. Mesa Verde is located WSW of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 672.6 miles, taking about 13h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Kearney 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 Kearney 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.