Arches to Grand Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

228.1 miles 367.1 km · straight line
285.1 miles estimated 458.9 km · driving distance
5h 44min estimated drive time
$27 - $34 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Arches from Grand Canyon?

The distance from Arches to Grand Canyon is 228.1 miles (367.1 km) as the crow flies. Grand Canyon is located SW of Arches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 285.1 miles, taking about 5h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Arches in Utah and Grand Canyon in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Arches and Grand 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.

How to Get from Arches to Grand Canyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 44min $27 - $34 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 53min $23–$43* Budget
Train ~5h 27min $34–$100* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arches & Grand Canyon

Quick Facts

Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m elevation
Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 76 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 109.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients