Cañon City to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

233 miles 375 km · straight line
291.3 miles estimated 468.8 km · driving distance
5h 52min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
274° W bearing direction

How far is Cañon City from Moab?

The distance from Cañon City to Moab is 233 miles (375 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located W of Cañon City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 291.3 miles, taking about 5h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Cañon City in Colorado and Moab 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 Cañon City and Moab. 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 Cañon City to Moab

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 52min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 2min $23–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 34min $35–$102* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cañon City & Moab

Quick Facts

Cañon City
38.44°N, 105.24°W
America/Denver
1631m elevation
Moab
38.57°N, 109.55°W
America/Denver
1227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 78 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 19 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 106.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients