Albuquerque to Canyonlands: Road Trip Guide & Distance

281.5 miles 453 km · straight line
367.6 miles actual route 591.6 km · driving distance
7h 42min estimated drive time
$35 - $44 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Albuquerque from Canyonlands?

The distance from Albuquerque to Canyonlands is 281.5 miles (453 km) as the crow flies. Canyonlands is located NW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 367.6 miles, taking about 7h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Canyonlands in Utah.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Albuquerque and Canyonlands. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Albuquerque to Canyonlands

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 42min $35 - $44 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 14min $29–$55* Budget
Train ~7h 19min $44–$129* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Albuquerque & Canyonlands

Quick Facts

Albuquerque
35.08°N, 106.65°W
America/Denver
1520m elevation
Canyonlands
38.21°N, 109.90°W
America/Denver
1524m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 88.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM