Mesa Verde to Springdale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

248.2 miles 399.4 km · straight line
310.3 miles estimated 499.3 km · driving distance
6h 14min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Mesa Verde from Springdale?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Springdale is 248.2 miles (399.4 km) as the crow flies. Springdale is located W of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 310.3 miles, taking about 6h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Mesa Verde in Colorado and Springdale in Utah.

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. 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 Springdale. 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 Springdale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 14min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 29min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~5h 55min $37–$109* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mesa Verde & Springdale

Quick Facts

Mesa Verde
37.18°N, 108.49°W
America/Denver
2613m elevation
Springdale
37.19°N, 113.00°W
America/Denver
1158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 100.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients