Grand Canyon to Lake Havasu City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

167.6 miles 269.8 km · straight line
209.6 miles estimated 337.3 km · driving distance
4h 13min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
229° SW bearing direction

How far is Grand Canyon from Lake Havasu City?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Lake Havasu City is 167.6 miles (269.8 km) as the crow flies. Lake Havasu City is located SW of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 209.6 miles, taking about 4h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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 Grand Canyon and Lake Havasu City. 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 Lake Havasu City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 13min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 4min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~4h 0min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Canyon & Lake Havasu City

Quick Facts

Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
Lake Havasu City
34.48°N, 114.32°W
America/Phoenix
225m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 56 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 148.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients