Chicago to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Chicago from Monument Valley?
The distance from Chicago to Monument Valley is 1242.7 miles (2000 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located W of Chicago. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1504.8 miles, taking about 27h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 0min. Both are located in United States — Chicago in Illinois and Monument Valley in Utah.
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 Chicago and Monument Valley. 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 Chicago to Monument Valley
Suggested Stops Between Chicago & Monument Valley
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 414 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 104 hours
- You could travel this distance about 20 times to circle the Earth's equator