Gallup to Petrified Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gallup from Petrified Forest?

The distance from Gallup to Petrified Forest is 72.8 miles (117.2 km) as the crow flies. Petrified Forest is located SW of Gallup. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States — Gallup in New Mexico and Petrified Forest in Arizona.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Gallup and Petrified Forest. 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.