Mesa Verde

Colorado

3
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Mesa Verde, USA to 3 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Mesa Verde

3 destinations sorted by distance

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 3 routes

Denver
319 miles
5h 47min
Albuquerque
224 miles
4h 4min
Phoenix
414 miles
7h 31min

Nearby Cities

Telluride (60 mi)Monument Valley (92 mi)

Routes to Mesa Verde

Albuquerque → Mesa VerdePhoenix → Mesa VerdeDenver → Mesa Verde

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Mesa Verde from Denver?
Mesa Verde is approximately 319 miles from Denver, with a driving time of around 5h 47min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Mesa Verde?
There are 0 cities within 3 hours of Mesa Verde, including several nearby cities. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Mesa Verde?
Mesa Verde has 3 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Mesa Verde from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Mesa Verde to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Albuquerque, roughly 215 miles away by road.

Albuquerque~215 mi · 3h 45m
Denver~305 mi · 5h 15m
Salt Lake City~365 mi · 6h 15m
Phoenix~395 mi · 6h 45m
Tucson~450 mi · 7h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Mesa Verde

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Mesa Verde by road:

Albuquerque (ABQ)~220 mi · 3h 45m
Denver (DEN)~330 mi · 5h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Mesa Verde: What to Know

Mesa Verde sits in Colorado, in the Mountain West, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Mountain West can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-70, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Plan Your Drive from Mesa Verde

Mesa Verde serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 3 routes available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.