Mesa Verde to Riverton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mesa Verde from Riverton?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Riverton is 296 miles (476.4 km) as the crow flies. Riverton is located NW of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Mesa Verde in Colorado and Riverton in Utah.

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 Mesa Verde and Riverton. 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.