Canyonlands to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

286.4 miles 460.9 km · straight line
358 miles estimated 576.1 km · driving distance
7h 12min estimated drive time
$34 - $42 estimated fuel cost
~1h 5min flight time
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Canyonlands from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Canyonlands to Payson, Arizona is 286.4 miles (460.9 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located SSW of Canyonlands. By car, the driving distance is approximately 358 miles, taking about 7h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 5min. Both are located in United States — Canyonlands in Utah and Payson, Arizona in Arizona.

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 Canyonlands and Payson, Arizona. 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 Canyonlands to Payson, Arizona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 12min $34 - $42 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 5min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 38min $29–$54* Budget
Train ~6h 50min $43–$125* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canyonlands & Payson, Arizona

Quick Facts

Canyonlands
38.21°N, 109.90°W
America/Denver
1524m elevation
Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 95 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 86.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients