The weather is usually cooperative.
If traveling from Phoenix to Las Vegas, the most direct route does not take you near the Grand Canyon. However, many people -- certainly myself -- would consider it worthwhile to make a longer drive and visit The Canyon.
It is 223 miles according to Google Maps.
The Grand Canyon is about 260 miles from Phoenix. The drive is about five hours; but it's well worth it!
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 57 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 57 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hour and 57 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 57 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 57 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 6 hours and 23 minutes.
Google Maps estimates the driving time as 3 hours and 57 minutes.
1 second it takes to go to the grand canyon