Ames to Bryce Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ames from Bryce Canyon?

The distance from Ames to Bryce Canyon is 1029.7 miles (1657.1 km) as the crow flies. Bryce Canyon is located W of Ames. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1235.6 miles, taking about 24h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Both are located in United States — Ames in Iowa and Bryce Canyon 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ames and Bryce Canyon. 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.