Altus to Black Canyon of the Gunnison: Road Trip Guide & Distance

539.5 miles 868.3 km · straight line
647.5 miles estimated 1042 km · driving distance
13h 2min estimated drive time
$62 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 35min flight time
303° WNW bearing direction

How far is Altus from Black Canyon of the Gunnison?

The distance from Altus to Black Canyon of the Gunnison is 539.5 miles (868.3 km) as the crow flies. Black Canyon of the Gunnison is located WNW of Altus. By car, the driving distance is approximately 647.5 miles, taking about 13h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Altus in Oklahoma and Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Altus and Black Canyon of the Gunnison. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Altus to Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 2min $62 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 38min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 57min $78–$227* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Altus & Black Canyon of the Gunnison

Quick Facts

Altus
34.64°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
426m elevation
Black Canyon of the Gunnison
38.58°N, 107.74°W
America/Denver
2722m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 180 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 45 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients