Fort Collins to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.4 miles 443.2 km · straight line
344.2 miles estimated 554 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
241° WSW bearing direction

How far is Fort Collins from Moab?

The distance from Fort Collins to Moab is 275.4 miles (443.2 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located WSW of Fort Collins. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.2 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Fort Collins in Colorado and Moab 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 Fort Collins and Moab. 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 Fort Collins to Moab

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fort Collins & Moab

Quick Facts

Fort Collins
40.59°N, 105.08°W
America/Denver
1525m elevation
Moab
38.57°N, 109.55°W
America/Denver
1227m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients