Clifton to Salt Lake City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

215.7 miles 347.2 km · straight line
269.7 miles estimated 434 km · driving distance
5h 26min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
303° WNW bearing direction

How far is Clifton from Salt Lake City?

The distance from Clifton to Salt Lake City is 215.7 miles (347.2 km) as the crow flies. Salt Lake City is located WNW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 269.7 miles, taking about 5h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Salt Lake City 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 Clifton and Salt Lake City. 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 Clifton to Salt Lake City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 26min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 31min $22–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 10min $32–$94* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Clifton & Salt Lake City

Quick Facts

Clifton
39.09°N, 108.45°W
America/Denver
1440m elevation
Salt Lake City
40.76°N, 111.89°W
America/Denver
1288m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 72 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 115.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients