Grand Canyon to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

221 miles 355.7 km · straight line
276.3 miles estimated 444.6 km · driving distance
5h 33min estimated drive time
$27 - $33 estimated fuel cost
~57min flight time
39° NE bearing direction

How far is Grand Canyon from Moab?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Moab is 221 miles (355.7 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located NE of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 276.3 miles, taking about 5h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 57min. Both are located in United States — Grand Canyon in Arizona 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. 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 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 Grand Canyon to Moab

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 33min $27 - $33 Flexible stops
Fly ~57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 40min $22–$41* Budget
Train ~5h 16min $33–$97* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Canyon & Moab

Quick Facts

Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m 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 74 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 112.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients