Denver to Grand Canyon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

462.1 miles 743.6 km · straight line
680.2 miles actual route 1094.6 km · driving distance
13h 17min estimated drive time
$65 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Grand Canyon?

The distance from Denver to Grand Canyon is 462.1 miles (743.6 km) as the crow flies. Grand Canyon is located WSW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 680.2 miles, taking about 13h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Denver in Colorado and Grand Canyon in Arizona.

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 Denver and Grand Canyon. 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 Denver to Grand Canyon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 17min $65 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 56min $54–$102* Budget
Train ~12h 37min $82–$238* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Grand Canyon

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m elevation
Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM