Springfield, Missouri to Telluride: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Springfield, Missouri from Telluride?

The distance from Springfield, Missouri to Telluride is 795.5 miles (1280.3 km) as the crow flies. Telluride is located W of Springfield, Missouri. By car, the driving distance is approximately 954.7 miles, taking about 19h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Springfield, Missouri in Missouri and Telluride 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Springfield, Missouri 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.