Las Cruces to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Las Cruces from Monument Valley?

The distance from Las Cruces to Monument Valley is 374.3 miles (602.4 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located NNW of Las Cruces. By car, the driving distance is approximately 449.2 miles, taking about 9h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Las Cruces in New Mexico and Monument Valley 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 Las Cruces 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.