Telluride

Colorado

3
Destinations

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

Driving Times from Telluride

3 destinations sorted by distance

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 2 routes

Denver
245 miles
4h 27min
Albuquerque
259 miles
4h 42min

Long Distance (8+ hours) — 1 routes

Phoenix
489 miles
8h 53min

Nearby Cities

Black Canyon (44 mi)Mesa Verde (60 mi)Crested Butte (78 mi)

Routes to Telluride

Albuquerque → TelluridePhoenix → TellurideDenver → Telluride

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Telluride from Denver?
Telluride is approximately 245 miles from Denver, with a driving time of around 4h 27min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Telluride?
There are 0 cities within 3 hours of Telluride, including several nearby cities. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Telluride?
Telluride 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 Telluride from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Telluride to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Denver, roughly 235 miles away by road.

Denver~235 mi · 4h
Albuquerque~250 mi · 4h 15m
Salt Lake City~350 mi · 6h
Phoenix~470 mi · 8h
Las Vegas~505 mi · 8h 45m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Telluride

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

Albuquerque (ABQ)~255 mi · 4h 30m
Denver (DEN)~260 mi · 4h 30m

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

Driving from Telluride: What to Know

Telluride, Colorado makes a practical base for exploring the Mountain West by car. Before a longer trip, give the vehicle a quick once-over — tire pressure, washer fluid, and wipers — and download offline maps, as coverage can thin out between towns on rural stretches. 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.

Driving from Telluride

Telluride is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 5 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.