Grand Canyon to Grand Junction: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Grand Canyon from Grand Junction?
The distance from Grand Canyon to Grand Junction is 282.4 miles (454.5 km) as the crow flies. Grand Junction is located NE of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 353 miles, taking about 7h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Grand Canyon in Arizona and Grand Junction in Colorado.
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 Grand Canyon and Grand Junction. 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 Grand Canyon to Grand Junction
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 94 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 24 hours
- You could travel this distance about 88.2 times to circle the Earth's equator