Flagstaff to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

150.2 miles 241.7 km · straight line
187.7 miles estimated 302.1 km · driving distance
3h 47min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Flagstaff from Monument Valley?

The distance from Flagstaff to Monument Valley is 150.2 miles (241.7 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located NE of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 187.7 miles, taking about 3h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Flagstaff in Arizona and Monument Valley 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Flagstaff and Monument Valley. 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 Flagstaff to Monument Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 47min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 32min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 36min $23–$66* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Flagstaff & Monument Valley

Quick Facts

Flagstaff
35.20°N, 111.65°W
America/Phoenix
2106m elevation
Monument Valley
36.98°N, 110.12°W
America/Denver
1625m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 13 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 165.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients