Furnace Creek to Grand Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Furnace Creek from Grand Canyon?

The distance from Furnace Creek to Grand Canyon is 265.8 miles (427.8 km) as the crow flies. Grand Canyon is located E of Furnace Creek. By car, the driving distance is approximately 332.3 miles, taking about 6h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Furnace Creek in California and Grand Canyon in Arizona.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Furnace Creek and Grand Canyon. 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.