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

135.5 miles 218 km · straight line
169.3 miles estimated 272.5 km · driving distance
3h 24min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
93° E bearing direction

How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Cañon City?

The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Cañon City is 135.5 miles (218 km) as the crow flies. Cañon City is located E of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 169.3 miles, taking about 3h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Cañon City. 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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Cañon City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 24min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 5min $14–$25* Budget
Train ~3h 14min $20–$59* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Black Canyon of the Gunnison & Cañon City

Quick Facts

Black Canyon of the Gunnison
38.58°N, 107.74°W
America/Denver
2722m elevation
Cañon City
38.44°N, 105.24°W
America/Denver
1631m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 45 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 183.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients