Moab to Pinnacles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Moab from Pinnacles?

The distance from Moab to Pinnacles is 652.9 miles (1050.8 km) as the crow flies. Pinnacles is located W of Moab. By car, the driving distance is approximately 783.5 miles, taking about 15h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Moab in Utah and Pinnacles in California.

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 Moab and Pinnacles. 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.