Arches to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

124.2 miles 199.9 km · straight line
155.3 miles estimated 249.9 km · driving distance
3h 7min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
193° SSW bearing direction

How far is Arches from Monument Valley?

The distance from Arches to Monument Valley is 124.2 miles (199.9 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located SSW of Arches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 155.3 miles, taking about 3h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arches and Monument Valley. 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 Monument Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 7min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 44min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 58min $19–$54* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arches & Monument Valley

Quick Facts

Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m elevation
Monument Valley
36.98°N, 110.12°W
America/Denver
1625m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 200.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients