What appears to be shortest route between salt lake city and Denver?

- Distance: 491 miles

- Time: 6 hours 51 minutes

- Route: Take Interstate 80 East from Salt Lake City to Denver

By Plane:

- Distance: 406 miles

- Time: 1 hour 15 minutes

- Route: Take a direct flight from Salt Lake City International Airport (SLC) to Denver International Airport (DEN)

By Bus:

- Distance: 516 miles

- Time: 8 hours 30 minutes

- Route: Take the Greyhound bus from Salt Lake City to Denver.