Cedar City to Mesa Verde: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Cedar City from Mesa Verde?

The distance from Cedar City to Mesa Verde is 253.2 miles (407.5 km) as the crow flies. Mesa Verde is located E of Cedar City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.5 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Cedar City in Utah and Mesa Verde in Colorado.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cedar City and Mesa Verde. 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.