Mesa Verde to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mesa Verde from Monument Valley?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Monument Valley is 90.8 miles (146.1 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located W of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 113.5 miles, taking about 2h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Mesa Verde in Colorado and Monument Valley in Utah.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Mesa Verde 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.