Grand Junction to Salt Lake City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Grand Junction from Salt Lake City?

The distance from Grand Junction to Salt Lake City is 212.3 miles (341.7 km) as the crow flies. Salt Lake City is located NW of Grand Junction. By car, the driving distance is approximately 265.4 miles, taking about 5h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Grand Junction in Colorado and Salt Lake City 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. 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 Junction and Salt Lake 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.