Crested Butte to Lehi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

279.3 miles 449.5 km · straight line
349.1 miles estimated 561.9 km · driving distance
7h 1min estimated drive time
$34 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Crested Butte from Lehi?

The distance from Crested Butte to Lehi is 279.3 miles (449.5 km) as the crow flies. Lehi is located WNW of Crested Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 349.1 miles, taking about 7h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Crested Butte in Colorado and Lehi 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 Crested Butte and Lehi. 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 Crested Butte to Lehi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 1min $34 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 25min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 40min $42–$122* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crested Butte & Lehi

Quick Facts

Crested Butte
38.87°N, 106.99°W
America/Denver
2715m elevation
Lehi
40.39°N, 111.85°W
America/Denver
1391m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients