Mesa Verde to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.4 miles 415.9 km · straight line
323.1 miles estimated 519.9 km · driving distance
6h 30min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
50° NE bearing direction

How far is Mesa Verde from Parker?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Parker is 258.4 miles (415.9 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located NE of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.1 miles, taking about 6h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Mesa Verde and Parker. 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 Mesa Verde to Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 30min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 48min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mesa Verde & Parker

Quick Facts

Mesa Verde
37.18°N, 108.49°W
America/Denver
2613m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients