Canyonlands to Grand Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Canyonlands from Grand Junction?

The distance from Canyonlands to Grand Junction is 93.6 miles (150.7 km) as the crow flies. Grand Junction is located NE of Canyonlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 117.1 miles, taking about 2h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Canyonlands in Utah and Grand Junction in Colorado.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canyonlands and Grand Junction. 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.