Quick Reference — Distances from St. George
| Destination | Distance | Drive Time | Route | Direction |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brian Head Resort, UT | 74 miles | 1 hr 20 min | I-15 North → UT-143 | ↑ North |
| Coral Pink Sand Dunes, UT | 60 miles | 1 hr | I-15 South → US-89 → Hancock Road | → East |
| Kanab, UT | 80 miles | 1 hr 20 min | I-15 South → US-89 East | → East |
| Las Vegas, NV | 120 miles | 1 hr 50 min | I-15 South | ↙ SW |
| Bryce Canyon National Park, UT | 125 miles | 2 hr | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → UT-12 | ↗ NE |
| Grand Canyon (North Rim), AZ | 165 miles | 2 hr 45 min | I-15 South → AZ-389 → US-89A → AZ-67 | ↘ SE |
| Capitol Reef National Park, UT | 195 miles | 3 hr 15 min | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → UT-12 → UT-24 | ↗ NE |
| Grand Canyon (South Rim), AZ | 295 miles | 4 hr 30 min | I-15 South → US-89 South → AZ-64 West | ↘ SE |
| Lake Powell / Page, AZ | 275 miles | 4 hr | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 South | → East |
| Moab, UT | 310 miles | 4 hr 30 min | I-15 North → I-70 East → US-191 South | ↗ NE |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 305 miles | 4 hr 20 min | I-15 North | ↑ North |
| Los Angeles, CA | 420 miles | 6 hr | I-15 South all the way | ↙ SW |
| Phoenix / Scottsdale, AZ | 460 miles | 6 hr 30 min | I-15 South → US-93 South → I-17 South | ↓ South |
| Denver, CO | 625 miles | 9 hr | I-15 North → I-70 East | ↗ NE |
| Snow Canyon State Park, UT | 12 miles | 15 min | Snow Canyon Parkway | ↖ NW |
| Mesquite, NV | 37 miles | 35 min | I-15 South | ↙ SW |
| Zion National Park, UT | 42 miles | 45 min | I-15 North → UT-9 East | → East |
| Cedar City, UT | 52 miles | 55 min | I-15 North | ↑ North |
Most Popular Road Trips
St. George to Las Vegas
The most popular road trip from St. George. A quick drive down I-15 South through the Virgin River Gorge — one of the most dramatic stretches of inter...
St. George to Salt Lake City
The I-15 North corridor to Salt Lake City is the most-traveled route for Southern Utah residents. The drive passes through Cedar City, the Tushar Moun...
St. George to Grand Canyon (North Rim)
The North Rim of the Grand Canyon is dramatically less crowded than the South Rim and closer to St. George. Drive through the Arizona Strip, past the ...
St. George to Zion National Park
Zion is the crown jewel day trip from St. George. Just 45 minutes away, Zion National Park attracts over four million visitors annually with its tower...
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about distances and road trips from St. George, Utah
How far is St. George from Las Vegas?
St. George is 120 miles (1 hour 50 minutes) from Las Vegas via I-15 South through the Virgin River Gorge. It is the most popular road trip for locals.
How far is Salt Lake City from St. George?
Salt Lake City is 305 miles (4 hours 20 minutes) north on I-15. Cedar City is an hour into the drive and makes a great rest stop.
What is the closest national park to St. George?
Zion National Park is just 42 miles (45 minutes) from St. George. Snow Canyon State Park is even closer at 12 miles (15 minutes) and offers a national-park-quality experience.
How do I get to the Grand Canyon from St. George?
The North Rim is 165 miles (2 hr 45 min) and is open mid-May to mid-October. The South Rim is 295 miles (4 hr 30 min) and open year-round. The North Rim is closer and less crowded.
Is there a gas station between St. George and Mesquite?
No. The 37-mile stretch through the Virgin River Gorge has no gas stations. Fill up in St. George before heading to Mesquite or Las Vegas.
What are the best day trips from St. George?
Top day trips include Zion National Park (45 min), Snow Canyon (15 min), Mesquite casinos (35 min), Cedar City (55 min), Brian Head (1 hr 20 min), Kanab (1 hr 20 min), Las Vegas (1 hr 50 min), and Bryce Canyon (2 hr).
Road Trips from St. George, Utah
St. George, Utah sits at the crossroads of the American Southwest, making it the perfect base camp for epic road trips to national parks, major cities, ski resorts, and hidden desert gems. Whether you are planning a quick 35-minute casino run to Mesquite, a scenic 45-minute drive to Zion National Park, or a full day adventure to the Grand Canyon, St. George puts you closer to more bucket-list destinations than almost anywhere else in the West. The I-15 corridor connects St. George to Las Vegas (1 hr 50 min south) and Salt Lake City (4 hr 20 min north), while scenic highways lead east to Bryce Canyon, Kanab, Lake Powell, and Capitol Reef.
From St. George to Las Vegas is one of the most popular road trips in the region, featuring the dramatic Virgin River Gorge — where I-15 cuts through towering red rock canyon walls in Arizona. Fill up gas in St. George (cheaper than Nevada) and enjoy the stunning drive. Heading north, Cedar City is just 55 minutes and offers the Utah Shakespeare Festival, Brian Head skiing, and Cedar Breaks National Monument. Bryce Canyon is two hours away with its otherworldly hoodoo formations and some of the darkest night skies in America. For families, Coral Pink Sand Dunes (1 hour) offers ATV riding and sandboarding, while Kanab (1 hr 20 min) is the gateway to The Wave, Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, and Grand Staircase-Escalante. With 300+ days of sunshine and mild winters, St. George road trips are a year-round adventure.
Popular Road Trip Routes from St. George:
- •St. George to Las Vegas: 120 miles, 1 hr 50 min via I-15 South through Virgin River Gorge
- •St. George to Zion National Park: 42 miles, 45 min via UT-9 through Springdale
- •St. George to Mesquite: 37 miles, 35 min via I-15 South — casinos, dining, golf
- •St. George to Grand Canyon North Rim: 165 miles, 2 hr 45 min (open May-October)
- •St. George to Salt Lake City: 305 miles, 4 hr 20 min via I-15 North
- •St. George to Cedar City: 52 miles, 55 min — Shakespeare Festival, Brian Head
- •St. George to Bryce Canyon: 125 miles, 2 hr via UT-12 Scenic Byway
- •St. George to Brian Head: 74 miles, 1 hr 20 min — skiing, mountain biking
- •St. George to Kanab: 80 miles, 1 hr 20 min — The Wave, Best Friends, Sand Dunes
- •St. George to Lake Powell: 275 miles, 4 hr — Horseshoe Bend, Antelope Canyon
- •St. George to Los Angeles: 420 miles, 6 hr via I-15 South through Mojave Desert
- •St. George to Snow Canyon: 12 miles, 15 min — hiking, lava tubes, slot canyons
Day Trip Destinations by Drive Time:
- •Under 1 Hour - Snow Canyon (15 min), Mesquite (35 min), Zion (45 min), Cedar City (55 min)
- •1-2 Hours - Kanab (1:20), Brian Head (1:20), Coral Pink Sand Dunes (1 hr), Las Vegas (1:50)
- •2-3 Hours - Bryce Canyon (2 hr), Grand Canyon North Rim (2:45)
- •4+ Hours - Lake Powell (4 hr), Salt Lake City (4:20), Grand Canyon South Rim (4:30), Moab (4:30)