Mexico City to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1382.4 miles 2224.7 km · straight line
1710.1 miles actual route 2752.2 km · driving distance
34h 11min estimated drive time
MXN 3936 - MXN 4844 estimated fuel cost
~3h 17min flight time
334° NNW bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from Monument Valley?

The distance from Mexico City to Monument Valley is 1382.4 miles (2224.7 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located NNW of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1710.1 miles, taking about 34h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 17min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while Monument Valley is in Utah, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City and Monument Valley. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Mexico City to Monument Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34h 11min MXN 3936 - MXN 4844 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~41h 1min $137–$257* Budget
Train ~44h 26min $205–$599* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & Monument Valley

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
Monument Valley
36.98°N, 110.12°W
America/Denver
1625m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 461 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 115 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 18 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM