Capitol Reef to Madera: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Capitol Reef from Madera?

The distance from Capitol Reef to Madera is 490.7 miles (789.7 km) as the crow flies. Madera is located W of Capitol Reef. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.8 miles, taking about 11h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Capitol Reef in Utah and Madera in California.

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 Capitol Reef and Madera. 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.