Grand Canyon to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Canyon from Monument Valley?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Monument Valley is 126.3 miles (203.2 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located ENE of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.8 miles, taking about 3h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Grand Canyon in Arizona and Monument Valley 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. 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 Monument Valley. 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.