Great Sand Dunes to Kanab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Great Sand Dunes from Kanab?

The distance from Great Sand Dunes to Kanab is 383.8 miles (617.6 km) as the crow flies. Kanab is located W of Great Sand Dunes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 460.5 miles, taking about 9h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Great Sand Dunes in Colorado and Kanab in Utah.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Great Sand Dunes and Kanab. 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.