All 30 Drive Guides from St. George
Each guide covers one drive from St. George: distance, drive time, route, gas stops, the best time to go and what to do when you get there. They run from neighboring Washington, 7 miles away, to Scottsdale, Arizona, 470 miles away. Distances and times are approximate, measured from St. George, and don't include stops.
Grand Canyon from St. George
St. George to Grand Canyon: North Rim vs. South Rim vs. SkywalkNorth Rim about 150 miles (3 hours), South Rim about 280 miles (5 hours), Skywalk about 240 miles. Routes, 2026 North Rim status and fees.
National Parks
Zion, Bryce Canyon, both rims of the Grand Canyon, Capitol Reef and Arches.
- St. George to Zion National Park · 42 miles, 45 min
- St. George to Bryce Canyon National Park · 125 miles, 2 hr
- St. George to Grand Canyon (North Rim) · 150 miles, 3 hr
- St. George to Capitol Reef National Park · 195 miles, 3 hr 15 min
- St. George to Grand Canyon (South Rim) · 280 miles, 5 hr
- St. George to Arches National Park · 310 miles, 4 hr 30 min
- St. George to Grand Canyon (both rims + Skywalk) · rim-by-rim comparison
State Parks, Monuments & Scenic Stops
Slot canyons, hoodoos, salt flats and a Navajo tribal park, from 15 minutes to 5 hours away.
- St. George to Snow Canyon State Park · 12 miles, 15 min
- St. George to Brian Head Resort · 74 miles, 1 hr 20 min
- St. George to Valley of Fire State Park · 80 miles, 1 hr 15 min
- St. George to Grand Staircase-Escalante · 120 miles, 2 hr 15 min
- St. George to Horseshoe Bend · 130 miles, 2 hr 15 min
- St. George to Goblin Valley State Park · 195 miles, 3 hr
- St. George to Antelope Canyon & Page · 275 miles, 4 hr 15 min
- St. George to Monument Valley · 280 miles, 5 hr
- St. George to Bonneville Salt Flats · 345 miles, 4 hr 50 min
Nearby Towns (About an Hour or Less)
Neighboring towns for a quick errand, dinner or day out.
- St. George to Washington · 7 miles, 10-15 min
- St. George to Ivins · 12 miles, 15-20 min
- St. George to Veyo · 18 miles, 25 min
- St. George to Hurricane · 20 miles, 20-25 min
- St. George to Mesquite · 37 miles, 35 min
- St. George to Cedar City · 52 miles, 55 min
- St. George to Parowan · 60 miles, 55 min
Gateway Towns
Base camps for the parks, monuments and lakes of southern Utah and northern Arizona.
- St. George to Kanab · 80 miles, 1 hr 20 min
- St. George to Panguitch · 110 miles, 2 hours
- St. George to Page · 135 miles, 2 hours 15 minutes
- St. George to Escalante · 160 miles, 3 hours
- St. George to Moab · 310 miles, 4 hr 30 min
Big Cities
Longer drives to Salt Lake City, Phoenix-area Scottsdale and Los Angeles.
- St. George to Salt Lake City · 305 miles, 4 hr 20 min
- St. George to Los Angeles · 420 miles, 6 hr
- St. George to Scottsdale · 470 miles, 6 hr 40 min
Compare Every Drive from St. George
| Destination | Type | Distance | Drive time | Route | Best time to go |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, Utah | Town / city | 7 miles | 10-15 min | I-15 North or Red Cliffs Drive | Year-round |
| Ivins, Utah | Town / city | 12 miles | 15-20 min | Snow Canyon Parkway (UT-18) or Red Hills Parkway | Year-round (May-October for Tuacahn season) |
| Snow Canyon State Park, Utah | Park / monument | 12 miles | 15 min | Snow Canyon Parkway via Ivins | Year-round (October-April is ideal for hiking) |
| Veyo, Utah | Town / city | 18 miles | 25 min | UT-18 North | Summer |
| Hurricane, Utah | Town / city | 20 miles | 20-25 min | I-15 North → UT-9 East | Year-round (spring and fall are ideal) |
| Mesquite, Nevada | Town / city | 37 miles | 35 min | I-15 South | Year-round (avoid July-August extreme heat) |
| Zion National Park, Utah | National park | 42 miles | 45 min | I-15 North → UT-9 East | Year-round |
| Cedar City, Utah | Town / city | 52 miles | 55 min | I-15 North | Year-round |
| Parowan, Utah | Town / city | 60 miles | 55 min | I-15 North | Year-round (varies by activity) |
| Brian Head, Utah | Mountain resort | 74 miles | 1 hr 20 min | I-15 North → UT-143 | December-March (ski), June-September (summer) |
| Kanab, Utah | Town / city | 80 miles | 1 hr 20 min | I-15 South → US-89 East | March-November |
| Valley of Fire State Park, Nevada | Park / monument | 80 miles | 1 hr 15 min | I-15 South → Exit 75 → Valley of Fire Highway | October-April |
| Panguitch, Utah | Town / city | 110 miles | 2 hours | I-15 N → UT-20 E | May-October (summer/fall); January-March (ice fishing) |
| Grand Staircase-Escalante National Monument, Utah | Park / monument | 120 miles | 2 hr 15 min | I-15 N to UT-20 E to US-89 S | Spring (April-May) & Fall (September-October) |
| Bryce Canyon National Park, Utah | National park | 125 miles | 2 hr | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → UT-12 | May - September |
| Horseshoe Bend, Arizona | Park / monument | 130 miles | 2 hr 15 min | I-15 North → UT-9 → US-89 South → Page, AZ | March-May, September-November |
| Page, Arizona | Town / city | 135 miles | 2 hours 15 minutes | I-15 South → UT-59 → US-89 South | March - November |
| Grand Canyon North Rim, Arizona | National park | 150 miles | 3 hr | I-15 North → UT-9 → UT-59 → AZ-389 → US-89A → AZ-67 | May 15 - October 15 |
| Escalante, Utah | Town / city | 160 miles | 3 hours | I-15 N → UT-20 E → US-89 S → UT-12 E | Spring (April-May) & Fall (September-October) |
| Capitol Reef National Park, Utah | National park | 195 miles | 3 hr 15 min | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → UT-12 → UT-24 | March-October |
| Goblin Valley State Park, Utah | Park / monument | 195 miles | 3 hr | I-15 North → I-70 East → UT-24 South → Temple Mountain Road | March-May, September-November |
| Antelope Canyon & Page, Arizona | Park / monument | 275 miles | 4 hr 15 min | I-15 North → UT-9 → US-89 South → Page, AZ | March - October |
| Grand Canyon South Rim, Arizona | National park | 280 miles | 5 hr | I-15 North → UT-59/AZ-389 → US-89A → US-89 South → AZ-64 West | Year-round |
| Monument Valley Navajo Tribal Park, Utah/Arizona | Park / monument | 280 miles | 5 hr | US-89 S to US-160 E to US-163 N | Spring (April-May) & Fall (September-October) |
| Salt Lake City, Utah | Town / city | 305 miles | 4 hr 20 min | I-15 North | Year-round |
| Arches National Park, Utah | National park | 310 miles | 4 hr 30 min | I-15 N to I-70 E to US-191 S (Moab) | March-May, September-November |
| Moab, Utah | Town / city | 310 miles | 4 hr 30 min | I-15 North → I-70 East → US-191 South | March-May, September-November |
| Bonneville Salt Flats, Utah | Park / monument | 345 miles | 4 hr 50 min | I-15 N → I-80 W | Late Summer to Fall |
| Los Angeles, California | Town / city | 420 miles | 6 hr | I-15 South all the way | Year-round |
| Scottsdale, Arizona | Town / city | 470 miles | 6 hr 40 min | I-15 South → US-93 South → I-17 South → Loop 101 East | October-April |
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 |
| Capitol Reef National Park, UT | 195 miles | 3 hr 15 min | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → UT-12 → UT-24 | ↗ NE |
| Escalante, UT | 160 miles | 3 hours | I-15 North → UT-20 → US-89 → Scenic Byway 12 | ↗ NE |
| Grand Canyon (North Rim), AZ | 150 miles | 3 hr | I-15 North → UT-59 → AZ-389 → US-89A → AZ-67 | ↘ 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 |
| Grand Canyon (South Rim), AZ | 280 miles | 5 hr | I-15 North → AZ-389 → US-89A → US-89 South → AZ-64 West | ↘ SE |
| Los Angeles, CA | 420 miles | 6 hr | I-15 South all the way | ↙ SW |
| Phoenix, AZ | 460 miles | 6 hr 30 min | I-15 South → US-93 South → I-17 South | ↓ South |
| Scottsdale, AZ | 470 miles | 6 hr 40 min | I-15 South → US-93 South → I-17 South → Loop 101 East | ↓ 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 about 150 miles (roughly 3 hours) and is seasonal — in 2026 it reopened May 15 for day use only after the Dragon Bravo Fire. The South Rim is about 280 miles (about 5 hours) and open year-round. See our St. George to Grand Canyon guide below for routes and 2026 details.
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).
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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: 150 miles, about 3 hr (seasonal; day use only in 2026)
- •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 (3 hr)
- •4+ Hours - Lake Powell (4 hr), Salt Lake City (4:20), Moab (4:30), Grand Canyon South Rim (5 hr)