Colorado Springs to Zion, Utah: Road Trip Guide & Distance

458.6 miles 738 km · straight line
697.4 miles actual route 1122.4 km · driving distance
12h 16min estimated drive time
$67 - $83 estimated fuel cost
~1h 25min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Zion, Utah?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Zion, Utah is 458.6 miles (738 km) as the crow flies. Zion, Utah is located W of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 697.4 miles, taking about 12h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 25min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Zion, Utah 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Colorado Springs and Zion, Utah. 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 Colorado Springs to Zion, Utah

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 16min $67 - $83 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 25min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 43min $56–$105* Budget
Train ~11h 39min $84–$244* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Zion, Utah

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Zion, Utah
37.30°N, 113.03°W
America/Denver
1219m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 153 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 54.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM