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

How far is Black Canyon of the Gunnison from Sacramento?

The distance from Black Canyon of the Gunnison to Sacramento is 742.2 miles (1194.4 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located W of Black Canyon of the Gunnison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1009.2 miles, taking about 18h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 0min. Both are located in United States — Black Canyon of the Gunnison in Colorado and Sacramento in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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