Canyonlands

Utah

3
Destinations

Find driving times and distances from Canyonlands, USA to 3 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Canyonlands

3 destinations sorted by distance

Medium Trips (3–8 hours) — 3 routes

Salt Lake City
249 miles
4h 31min
Denver
349 miles
6h 20min
Las Vegas
406 miles
7h 22min

Nearby Cities

Moab (25 mi)Arches National Park (32 mi)Capitol Reef (70 mi)Monument Valley (93 mi)

Routes to Canyonlands

Las Vegas → CanyonlandsSalt Lake City → CanyonlandsDenver → Canyonlands

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Canyonlands from Salt Lake City?
Canyonlands is approximately 249 miles from Salt Lake City, with a driving time of around 4h 31min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Canyonlands?
There are 0 cities within 3 hours of Canyonlands, including several nearby cities. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Canyonlands?
Canyonlands has 3 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Canyonlands from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Canyonlands to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Salt Lake City, roughly 240 miles away by road.

Salt Lake City~240 mi · 4h 15m
Denver~335 mi · 5h 45m
Albuquerque~345 mi · 6h
Las Vegas~390 mi · 6h 45m
Phoenix~430 mi · 7h 30m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Canyonlands

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Canyonlands by road:

Salt Lake City (SLC)~245 mi · 4h 15m
Albuquerque (ABQ)~350 mi · 6h

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Canyonlands: What to Know

Canyonlands sits in Utah, in the Mountain West, and most trips out of town start on the local highway network before joining the interstate system. Fill up before you leave — fuel is usually cheaper in town than at highway service plazas — and check conditions before longer drives, since weather in the Mountain West can change travel times considerably. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-15, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Road Trips from Canyonlands

Looking to hit the road from Canyonlands? Browse 5 driving routes with detailed travel data including estimated drive times, mileage, and gas costs. From short trips under an hour to epic multi-day drives, Canyonlands connects to destinations across the country. Click any route card for a full breakdown of the journey, including suggested stops, traffic estimates, toll information, and the recommended time of day to depart for the smoothest drive.