Albuquerque to Capitol Reef: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Albuquerque from Capitol Reef?

The distance from Albuquerque to Capitol Reef is 337.2 miles (542.6 km) as the crow flies. Capitol Reef is located NW of Albuquerque. By car, the driving distance is approximately 466.5 miles, taking about 10h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Albuquerque in New Mexico and Capitol Reef 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 Capitol Reef. 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.