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Denver to Salt Lake City by car

Compare one-way and round-trip rental rates from Denver to Salt Lake City, then book with whoever has the best price.

839 km
521 mi
typical drive time
9h
main route
I-80

Rental cars in Denver

Live rates from major suppliers, including one-way options.

Route

Along the way

Stops on the I-80 route, in the order you’ll reach them from Denver.

  1. Cheyenne, WY

    ~170 km

    Wyoming's capital, where the route joins I-80 westbound.

  2. Rock Springs, WY

    ~570 km

    The main fuel and rest stop across southern Wyoming's long open stretch.

  3. Park City, UT

    ~780 km

    A short detour off I-80 for the well-known ski town, about 45 minutes from Salt Lake City.

FAQ

Denver to Salt Lake City, answered

How far is it from Denver to Salt Lake City by car?

It's about 521 miles (839 km) from Denver to Salt Lake City, mostly via I-80, with a drive time of roughly 9h in normal traffic.

Where can I stop between Denver and Salt Lake City?

Cheyenne, WY and Rock Springs, WY and Park City, UT are the main stops along this route.

Is it cheaper to rent a car one-way from Denver to Salt Lake City?

One-way rentals sometimes carry a drop fee that varies by supplier and season. Search above to compare one-way rates from real suppliers before settling on a round-trip rental instead.