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

How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Mesa?

The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Mesa is 423.4 miles (681.4 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located SW of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 564.6 miles, taking about 12h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 21min. Both are located in United States — Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado and Mesa in Arizona.

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. 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 Mesa. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.