Petrified Forest to Telluride: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Petrified Forest from Telluride?

The distance from Petrified Forest to Telluride is 236.2 miles (380.2 km) as the crow flies. Telluride is located NNE of Petrified Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.3 miles, taking about 5h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Petrified Forest in Arizona and Telluride in Colorado.

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 Petrified Forest and Telluride. 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.