🗺️CityToCityDistance

Denver to Salt Lake City Distance

521 miles•839 km•8.3 hours

Driving distance and route information from Denver, United Statesto Salt Lake City, United States. Compare multiple routes and get detailed travel information.

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FASTEST ROUTE

521.33 mi
(839 km)
⏱️8h 15m
Via Sherman Street, East 13th Avenue
Sherman Street → East 13th Avenue
🛣️ 70% Highway💰 Tolls
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SHORTEST ROUTE

525.66 mi
(845.97 km)
⏱️8h 19m
Via Sherman Street, East 13th Avenue
Sherman Street → East 13th Avenue
🛣️ 70% Highway💰 Tolls
📏 Straight-line distance: 370 miles (596 km)
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Complete Driving Guide: Denver to Salt Lake City

Essential Route Information

TOTAL DISTANCE
521 mi
839 kilometers
DRIVING TIME
8.3 hours
498 minutes
FUEL ESTIMATE
70 L
$105 cost

📍 Route Overview

Starting PointDenver, Colorado
DestinationSalt Lake City, Utah
Route Options2 available routes
Countries Crossed1 country
Time Zone ChangesCheck local times

🚗 Driving Details

Average Speed101 km/h
Straight-line Distance596 km
Route Efficiency71%
Toll RoadsYes - Budget required
Ferry CrossingsNo ferries

Compare All Routes from Denver to Salt Lake City

Route TypeDistanceDrive TimeAvg SpeedTolls
⭐ Fastest Route521 mi (839 km)8.3 hours102 km/h✅ Yes
Alternative 1526 mi (846 km)8.3 hours102 km/h✅ Yes

Complete Journey Overview: Denver to Salt Lake City

The road journey from Denver to Salt Lake City spans approximately 521 miles (839 kilometers), making it a long-distance drive that typically requires 8.3 hours of continuous driving under normal traffic conditions.

This route connects Colorado, United States with Utah, United States, traversing through various regions within United States. The journey offers 2 distinct routing options, each with unique advantages in terms of distance, time, or scenic value.

The most efficient route from Denver to Salt Lake City follows major highways and arterial roads, maintaining an average speed of approximately 101 km/h. This route has been optimized for speed, though it includes toll roads that require payment.

🗺️ Travel Planning Essentials

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Fuel Planning: Expect to use approximately 21 gallons (70 liters) of fuel for this 521 mile journey. Plan fuel stops every 250-300 miles.
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Rest Stops: For safety, plan a 15-minute break every 2 hours of driving. Total journey with breaks: 9.5 hours.
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Best Travel Times: Avoid peak traffic hours (7-9 AM and 5-7 PM) in major cities along your route for optimal travel time.
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Weather Check: Monitor weather conditions along the entire route, especially during winter months or rainy seasons.

💰 Cost Estimation Guide

Fuel Cost (approximate)$73
Toll Costs$26
Vehicle Wear (per mile)$130
Total Trip Cost$229

* Costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and vehicle maintenance. Actual costs may vary.

Alternative Transportation Options

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By Car

8.3 hours

521 miles

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By Plane

0.7 hours flight

596 km direct

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By Bus

10.8 hours

Multiple stops

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By Train

Check availability

Scenic route

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