Grand Canyon to Las Vegas: Road Trip Guide & Distance

169 miles 271.9 km · straight line
274.8 miles actual route 442.3 km · driving distance
5h 20min estimated drive time
$26 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
272° W bearing direction

How far is Grand Canyon from Las Vegas?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Las Vegas is 169 miles (271.9 km) as the crow flies. Las Vegas is located W of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 274.8 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Grand Canyon in Arizona and Las Vegas in Nevada.

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 Grand Canyon and Las Vegas. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Las Vegas

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 20min $26 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 24min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 4min $33–$96* Comfort

Quick Facts

Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m 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 147.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM