Castle Rock to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

258.1 miles 415.3 km · straight line
322.6 miles estimated 519.1 km · driving distance
6h 29min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Castle Rock from Moab?

The distance from Castle Rock to Moab is 258.1 miles (415.3 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located W of Castle Rock. By car, the driving distance is approximately 322.6 miles, taking about 6h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Castle Rock in Colorado and Moab in Utah.

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 Castle Rock and Moab. 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 Castle Rock to Moab

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 29min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 47min $26–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 10min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Castle Rock & Moab

Quick Facts

Castle Rock
39.37°N, 104.86°W
America/Denver
1897m elevation
Moab
38.57°N, 109.55°W
America/Denver
1227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients