How far is Monticello, UT from Fry Canyon, UT?
The driving distance from Monticello, UT to Fry Canyon, UT is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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City in San Juan County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Monticello and Fry Canyon.
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Start on South Main Street
20.3 mi · 26 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto South 200 East
2715 ft · 1 min · South 200 East
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Turn right onto East 500 South
1032 ft · 33 sec · East 500 South
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Turn left
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Turn right
49.9 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Turn left onto Radium King Road
1646 ft · 1 min · Radium King Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Radium King Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Monticello and Fry Canyon.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
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49.9 mi · 01h 12m
Route Summary
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A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Monticello and Sunny near Fry Canyon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Monticello to Fry Canyon?
The road trip is about 74.8 miles (120.3 km) and usually takes 01h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Blanding is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.3 miles from Monticello and 37.4 miles from Fry Canyon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:58 PM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.28 one way or $20.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Monticello and Sunny near Fry Canyon.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Monticello and Fry Canyon. Straight-line distance: 47.44 mi (76.34 km).
#1 Monticello
City in southeast Utah
| Population | 1,955 |
| Coordinates | 37.8713800, -109.3428900 |
| Altitude | 2155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fry Canyon
Ghost town in San Juan County, Utah, United States
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.6311000, -110.1562400 |
| Altitude | 1638 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fry Canyon (-110.15624, 37.6311)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 120 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 55m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.89 | $10.28 | $20.56 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $12.01 | $24.02 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $14.29 | $28.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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