Crested Butte to Provo: Road Trip Guide & Distance

266 miles 428.1 km · straight line
332.5 miles estimated 535.1 km · driving distance
6h 41min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Crested Butte from Provo?

The distance from Crested Butte to Provo is 266 miles (428.1 km) as the crow flies. Provo is located WNW of Crested Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.5 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Crested Butte in Colorado and Provo 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 Provo. 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 Provo

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 41min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 1min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 21min $40–$116* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crested Butte & Provo

Quick Facts

Crested Butte
38.87°N, 106.99°W
America/Denver
2715m elevation
Provo
40.23°N, 111.66°W
America/Denver
1387m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients