Carlsbad Caverns to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Carlsbad Caverns from Monument Valley?

The distance from Carlsbad Caverns to Monument Valley is 459.9 miles (740.2 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located NW of Carlsbad Caverns. By car, the driving distance is approximately 551.9 miles, taking about 11h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Carlsbad Caverns in New Mexico and Monument Valley in Utah.

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 Carlsbad Caverns and Monument Valley. 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.