Dallas, TX to Denver, CO
781-mile freight corridor via I-35W N to US-287 N through the Texas Panhandle, then I-25 N through Colorado to Denver. 2 days transit. Moderate difficulty.
Distance
781 mi
Transit Time
2 days
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.10 | $1,640.1 |
| Reefer | $2.55 | $1,991.55 |
| Flatbed | $2.75 | $2,147.75 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-35W N to US-287 N through the Texas Panhandle, then I-25 N through Colorado to Denver
Fuel Stops
4 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Limited Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $1.70/mi
Common return cargo: Beer from Colorado breweries, tech products, organic goods, outdoor equipment
Key Stops Along the Route
Dallas, TX
Origin
Fort Worth, TX
Wichita Falls, TX
Amarillo, TX
Dalhart, TX
Trinidad, CO
Pueblo, CO
Colorado Springs, CO
Denver, CO
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Texas oil field equipment heads north year-round. Colorado construction season April-October drives building materials demand. Panhandle blizzards December-March can strand trucks for days. Cattle shipping peaks October-November.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
The Texas Panhandle stretch on US-287 is remote and windy. High-profile trailers are at risk of blowing over in crosswinds.
Amarillo is the midway point and has good truck services (Petro, TA, Love's). Plan your overnight here.
Raton Pass on I-25 at the NM/CO border is steep (7,834 ft). Chain requirements are common in winter.
Denver's I-25/I-70 interchange (The Mousetrap) is one of the worst in the country. Avoid 7-9 AM and 4-6 PM.
Fuel in the Texas Panhandle is typically cheap. Fill up in Amarillo before heading into Colorado.