Arches to Merced: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Arches from Merced?

The distance from Arches to Merced is 600.6 miles (966.6 km) as the crow flies. Merced is located W of Arches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 720.7 miles, taking about 14h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Arches in Utah and Merced in California.

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 Arches and Merced. 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.