How to travel from Denver to Wichita, United States of America

The distance between Denver and Wichita is around 454 miles (731km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 20m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Denver to Wichita by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Denver (DEN) to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT).

  • Duration2h 20m
  • Flight time1h 20m
  • Typical cost
    $225
Operated by

Southwest Airlines

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bus
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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Pueblo and then to Lamar Welcome Center then take the train to Newton.

  • Duration11hrs
  • Departs5 times a week
  • Typical cost
    $165
Operated by

Multiple operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Wichita State University.

  • Duration7h 45m
  • Distance516 miles (830km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Denver and Wichita

There are several options for getting from Denver to Wichita by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $165 and will take around 11hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $225.

The distance between Denver and Wichita is around 454 miles (731km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 436 miles (701km)

It takes around 2h 20m to get from Denver and Wichita by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 7h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Denver to Wichita is to fly which takes around 2h 20m and will set you back approx $225.

The cheapest way to travel between Denver and Wichita, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $165 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Denver and Wichita. We recommend that you fly from Denver (DEN) to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Denver and Wichita. We recommend that you fly from Denver (DEN) to Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT). instead which will take 2h 20m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Denver and Wichita. Flights depart from Denver (DEN) and arrive at Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT). The flight takes around 1h 20m.

Yes there is a direct flight between Denver and Wichita with no stop-overs required. Flights typically take around 1h 20m.

Southwest Airlines, Frontier Airlines and United Airlines fly between Denver and Wichita. Flights depart from Denver (DEN) and and arrive into Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT). These flights usually take around 1h 20m.

The flight from Denver to Wichita typically takes around 1h 20m. Flights depart from Denver (DEN) and and arrive into Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower (ICT).

The closest major airport to Wichita is Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT) (ICT) which is approximately 9km (6 miles) from Wichita. Tulsa International Airport (TUL) (TUL) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) (MCI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Denver and Wichita. The distance is around 516 miles (830km) by road and it will take around 7h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Denver to Wichita is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 20m and will usually cost around $225.

How do I get from Denver to Wichita

Compare travel optionsbetween Denver and Wichita

Transport options from Denver to Wichita
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 20m
$225
every 20 mins731km (454 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
11hrs
$165
5 times a week910km (565 miles)
Bus to Colorado Springs, train11h 25m
$185
once daily911km (566 miles)
Drive
7h 45m
$51
on demand830km (516 miles)

Top Carriersoperating between Denver and Wichita

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Airports near Wichita

The following major airports near Wichita offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

ICT
Wichita Dwight D. Eisenhower National Airport (ICT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6 miles (9km) from Wichita
TUL
Tulsa International Airport (TUL)
International Airport
Distance
131 miles (211km) from Wichita
MCI
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
International Airport
Distance
180 miles (289km) from Wichita