Moab to Monument Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

114.1 miles 183.7 km · straight line
142.7 miles estimated 229.6 km · driving distance
2h 52min estimated drive time
$14 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
196° SSW bearing direction

How far is Moab from Monument Valley?

The distance from Moab to Monument Valley is 114.1 miles (183.7 km) as the crow flies. Monument Valley is located SSW of Moab. By car, the driving distance is approximately 142.7 miles, taking about 2h 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Moab 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.

How to Get from Moab to Monument Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 52min $14 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 26min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 43min $17–$50* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Moab & Monument Valley

Quick Facts

Moab
38.57°N, 109.55°W
America/Denver
1227m 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 38 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 218.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients