How far is Salt Lake City, UT from Kanab, UT?
The driving distance from Salt Lake City, UT to Kanab, UT is about 312.1 miles (502.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 42m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 258.8 miles (416.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 05h 42m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Millard County, Utah, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Salt Lake City and Kanab.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salt Lake City and Kanab.
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Start on Main Street
720 ft · 37 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto 300 South
748 ft · 38 sec · 300 South
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Turn right onto State Street
1558 ft · 52 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto 500 South
1552 ft · 50 sec · 500 South
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Turn left onto West Temple
1 km · 2 min · West Temple
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Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
212.5 mi · 3 hr 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward SR 20: Panguitch, Kanab
1922 ft · 55 sec
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Turn left
20.5 mi · 25 min
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At the end of the road, turn right
9.2 mi · 11 min
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Continue straight
1.4 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Center Street
6.8 mi · 8 min · Center Street
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Keep slight right
23.3 mi · 28 min
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Continue straight
37 mi · 50 min
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Continue on 100 East
58 m · 5 sec · 100 East
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 100 East
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Salt Lake City and Kanab.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 15 South
Keep slight right to continue on I 15 South, I 80 East: Las Vegas, Cheyenne
213 mi · 03h 33m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Salt Lake City and Sunny near Kanab.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Salt Lake City to Kanab?
The road trip is about 312.1 miles (502.2 km) and usually takes 05h 42m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Kanosh is a useful midpoint, sitting about 156.2 miles from Salt Lake City and 156 miles from Kanab.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 258.8 miles (416.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:36 AM MDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $42.86 one way or $85.72 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 97.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Salt Lake City and Sunny near Kanab.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Salt Lake City and Kanab. Straight-line distance: 258.83 mi (416.54 km).
#1 Salt Lake City
The capital of Utah.
| Population | 200,567 |
| Coordinates | 40.7607800, -111.8910500 |
| Altitude | 1299 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kanab
City in and county seat of Kane County, Utah, United States
| Population | 4,983 |
| Coordinates | 37.0474900, -112.5263100 |
| Altitude | 1515 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kanab (-112.52631, 37.04749)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 502 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 10h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 53m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.89 | $42.86 | $85.72 |
| Mid-grade | $4.23 | $46.58 | $93.17 |
| Premium | $4.55 | $50.08 | $100.17 |
| Diesel | $5.41 | $59.59 | $119.17 |
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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