Cedar City to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

155 miles 249.4 km · straight line
170.4 miles actual route 274.2 km · driving distance
3h 0min estimated drive time
$16 - $20 estimated fuel cost
~49min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Cedar City from Las Vegas?

The distance from Cedar City to Las Vegas is 155 miles (249.4 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located SW of Cedar City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 170.4 miles, taking about 3h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 49min. Both are located in United States — Cedar City in Utah and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar City and Las Vegas. 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.

How to Get from Cedar City to Las Vegas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 0min $16 - $20 Flexible stops
Fly ~49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 36min $14–$26* Budget
Train ~2h 51min $20–$60* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cedar City & Las Vegas

Quick Facts

Cedar City
37.68°N, 113.06°W
America/Denver
1782m elevation
Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 52 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 160.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM