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

286.9 miles 461.7 km · straight line
358.6 miles estimated 577.1 km · driving distance
7h 13min estimated drive time
$35 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
309° NW bearing direction

How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Clearfield?

The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Clearfield is 286.9 miles (461.7 km) as the crow flies. Clearfield is located NW of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358.6 miles, taking about 7h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado and Clearfield in Utah.

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 Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Clearfield. 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 Clearfield

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 13min $35 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 40min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 51min $43–$126* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Black Canyon of the Gunnison & Clearfield

Quick Facts

Black Canyon of the Gunnison
38.58°N, 107.74°W
America/Denver
2722m elevation
Clearfield
41.11°N, 112.03°W
America/Denver
1361m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 96 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients