Amarillo to Thornton by bus
Thornton lies 586 km (364 mi) north-west of Amarillo, -1 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 10 h 46 min including stops, over roughly 715 km (444 mi) of road.
| Amarillo | Thornton | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 198,645 | 133,451 |
| Elevation | 1,124 m (3,688 ft) | 1,635 m (5,364 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-5 (America/Chicago) | UTC-6 (America/Denver) |
| Postal codes | 79101–79189 | 80241 |
Clocks in Thornton are 1 h behind Amarillo right now, so a 10 h 46 min journey lands only 9 h 46 min later by the destination clock.
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Common questions
How far is Thornton from Amarillo?
586 km (364 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Amarillo; by road roughly 715 km (444 mi).
How long does it take to get from Amarillo to Thornton by bus?
About 10 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Amarillo and Thornton?
Thornton is 1 h behind at the moment (America/Denver against America/Chicago).
Where these facts come from
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Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.