Capitol Reef to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Capitol Reef from Seattle?

The distance from Capitol Reef to Seattle is 852.2 miles (1371.5 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NW of Capitol Reef. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1049.7 miles, taking about 18h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 13min. Both are located in United States — Capitol Reef in Utah and Seattle in Washington.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Capitol Reef and Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.