Amarillo to Capitol Reef: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Amarillo from Capitol Reef?

The distance from Amarillo to Capitol Reef is 562.2 miles (904.7 km) as the crow flies. Capitol Reef is located WNW of Amarillo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 674.6 miles, taking about 13h 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Amarillo in Texas and Capitol Reef in Utah.

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 Amarillo and Capitol Reef. 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.