Capitol Reef to Flagstaff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

214.3 miles 344.9 km · straight line
267.9 miles estimated 431.1 km · driving distance
5h 23min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
186° S bearing direction

How far is Capitol Reef from Flagstaff?

The distance from Capitol Reef to Flagstaff is 214.3 miles (344.9 km) as the crow flies. Flagstaff is located S of Capitol Reef. By car, the driving distance is approximately 267.9 miles, taking about 5h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Capitol Reef in Utah and Flagstaff 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Capitol Reef and Flagstaff. 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 Capitol Reef to Flagstaff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 23min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 28min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 7min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Capitol Reef & Flagstaff

Quick Facts

Capitol Reef
38.28°N, 111.25°W
America/Denver
1693m elevation
Flagstaff
35.20°N, 111.65°W
America/Phoenix
2106m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients