Hays to Moab: Road Trip Guide & Distance

551.2 miles 887 km · straight line
661.4 miles estimated 1064.4 km · driving distance
13h 18min estimated drive time
$64 - $78 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
271° W bearing direction

How far is Hays from Moab?

The distance from Hays to Moab is 551.2 miles (887 km) as the crow flies. Moab is located W of Hays. By car, the driving distance is approximately 661.4 miles, taking about 13h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Hays in Kansas and Moab in Utah.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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 Hays 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 Hays to Moab

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 18min $64 - $78 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 58min $53–$99* Budget
Train ~17h 17min $79–$231* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hays & Moab

Quick Facts

Hays
38.88°N, 99.33°W
America/Chicago
616m 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 184 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients