Manhattan to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Manhattan from Vail?

The distance from Manhattan to Vail is 523.9 miles (843.2 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located W of Manhattan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 628.7 miles, taking about 12h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Manhattan in Kansas and Vail 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 Manhattan 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.