Billings to Black Canyon of the Gunnison: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Billings from Black Canyon of the Gunnison?

The distance from Billings to Black Canyon of the Gunnison is 499.5 miles (803.9 km) as the crow flies. Black Canyon of the Gunnison is located S of Billings. By car, the driving distance is approximately 599.4 miles, taking about 12h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Billings in Montana and Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Billings and Black Canyon of the Gunnison. 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.