Boulder to Capitol Reef: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Boulder from Capitol Reef?

The distance from Boulder to Capitol Reef is 341.8 miles (550 km) as the crow flies. Capitol Reef is located WSW of Boulder. By car, the driving distance is approximately 410.1 miles, taking about 8h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Boulder in Colorado and Capitol Reef in Utah.

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 Boulder and Capitol Reef. 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.