Monument Valley to Sedona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

172.6 miles 277.8 km · straight line
215.8 miles estimated 347.3 km · driving distance
4h 20min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
213° SSW bearing direction

How far is Monument Valley from Sedona?

The distance from Monument Valley to Sedona is 172.6 miles (277.8 km) as the crow flies. Sedona is located SSW of Monument Valley. By car, the driving distance is approximately 215.8 miles, taking about 4h 20min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Monument Valley in Utah and Sedona in Arizona.

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 Monument Valley and Sedona. 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 Monument Valley to Sedona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 20min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 12min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 7min $26–$76* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Monument Valley & Sedona

Quick Facts

Monument Valley
36.98°N, 110.12°W
America/Denver
1625m elevation
Sedona
34.87°N, 111.76°W
America/Phoenix
1319m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 144.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients