Death Valley to Grand Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Death Valley from Grand Canyon?

The distance from Death Valley to Grand Canyon is 269.9 miles (434.3 km) as the crow flies. Grand Canyon is located E of Death Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 337.3 miles, taking about 6h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Death Valley 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 Death Valley 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.