Las Vegas to Horseshoe Bend: the options
Horseshoe Bend is a short drive south of Page, Arizona. From Las Vegas you cover the long part of the trip to Page first, then the last stretch to the overlook parking lot. Most visitors drive themselves or join a guided trip. If you prefer not to drive, look at Horseshoe Bend tours from Page and Las Vegas before you plan the rest.
The road distances below end in Page, not at the Horseshoe Bend parking lot. The turnoff to the overlook is on US Highway 89 between mile markers 544 and 545, about 8 km (5 miles) south of the Carl Hayden Visitor Center at the dam.
Ways to reach Horseshoe Bend compared
Distances are road distances to Page in 2026. Allow extra time for breaks and roadworks.
| Option | Distance or route | Good for | Keep in mind |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive from Las Vegas | 289 miles (465 km) to Page | Flexible stops and your own schedule | A long day if you return the same day; plan breaks and the time change |
| Drive from Phoenix | 275 miles (443 km) to Page | Arizona road trips | No clock change in Arizona |
| Drive from the South Rim | 130 miles (209 km) to Page | Pairing the Grand Canyon with Page | Distance ends in Page, not at the overlook |
| Fly into Page | Page Municipal Airport | Skipping the long drive | Check the current timetable and book a car or transfer |
| Two-day tour from Las Vegas | Guided combination, lodging in Page included | Not driving yourself | Antelope Canyon is an optional extra in the example |
For most visitors from Las Vegas, a rental car with a night in Page works best. If you do not want to drive, the two-day guided tour is the simplest choice.
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Trips to Horseshoe Bend from Page and Las Vegas
Guided trips that include Horseshoe Bend and Antelope Canyon, with live prices and availability.
Flights, buses and transfers
What public transport covers and what it does not.
Flying into Page
Page Municipal Airport has scheduled service by a regional airline, with connections to Phoenix and Las Vegas. Phoenix is the main hub and Las Vegas is an additional route. Flights are not necessarily daily or all year, and a flight lands in Page, not at the overlook. Check the current timetable before you plan around it.
Transfers
Local operators in Page offer charter and ground transfers, and the airport to Wahweap run is by request. That is not a public line with a fixed schedule or fare. Do not expect an Antelope Canyon operator to provide a shuttle from Las Vegas.
Local bus
A local bus serves Page, Wahweap and Antelope Point. Check the current timetable, and do not assume a stop at the Horseshoe Bend parking lot.
Taxis and rideshare
Do not rely on a taxi or an app ride being available in Page, and especially not at the overlook. Stopping on the highway to pick someone up is not allowed.
Parking and arrival at the overlook
The parking lot is run by the city, and national park passes are not valid there. Private cars and trucks pay $10, motorcycles $5. Commercial vehicles pay by seat count: up to 14 seats $35, 15 to 35 seats $70, over 35 seats $140. That is a per vehicle fee, not a shuttle fare per person.
Bring cash or a physical card, because contactless payment is no longer used and the lot sometimes takes cash only. Private RVs pay $10, but RVs and campervans over 22 ft may be charged $35, so have extra cash and check the sign. Parking along the highway is not allowed, and neither is dropping off or picking up at the entrance or on the highway.
Grand Canyon to Horseshoe Bend
South Rim and Page in one trip.
South Rim to Page
The road distance from the South Rim to Page is 130 miles (209 km). Plan the day around where you start and end, and allow time for the overlook trail, which is 1.5 miles (2.4 km) round trip. For the Grand Canyon side of the trip, see getting to the South Rim.
Phoenix to Page
Phoenix is 275 miles (443 km) from Page. Arizona does not change its clocks, so the time stays the same all year.
A longer route
The Arizona road trip guide links Page with other stops in the state.
Time zones: Arizona and the Navajo Nation
The clock can differ by one hour within the same trip.
Arizona time
Page works on Arizona time, UTC-7 or MST all year. In summer this matches Las Vegas. In winter Las Vegas is 1 hour behind Page.
Navajo Nation
The Navajo Nation observes daylight saving time. In 2026 the clocks went forward 1 hour on 8 March at 2 a.m. Some Antelope Canyon operators still use Phoenix time, even though the canyons lie on Navajo land. The time in your booking confirmation is the one that counts.
Your phone
A phone may switch time automatically as you cross the reservation or Utah. Check your reservation time, not only your phone. Plan your arrival at Antelope Canyon with this in mind.
Plan the rest of your trip
After you arrive.
Las Vegas to Horseshoe Bend: frequently asked questions
How far is Horseshoe Bend from Las Vegas?
Page is 289 miles (465 km) from Las Vegas by road via I-15 and US 89. The overlook turnoff is a few miles south of Page, so the full drive is a little longer. Allow time for breaks, roadworks and the time change.
Is there a bus or shuttle from Las Vegas to Horseshoe Bend?
Most visitors drive or book a guided trip. Check current timetables if you want public transport, and do not assume a scheduled line goes to the overlook.
Can I fly to Page?
Yes. Page Municipal Airport has scheduled service by a regional airline with connections to Phoenix and Las Vegas. Flights are not necessarily daily or all year, so check the timetable.
What time zone is Page in?
Page uses Arizona time all year. The Navajo Nation uses daylight saving time, and some Antelope Canyon operators use Phoenix time anyway. Follow the time in your booking.
Can I get dropped off at the overlook?
No. Drop-off and pick-up at the entrance or on the highway are not allowed, and you cannot park along the highway. Use the parking lot.
Is this the official site for Horseshoe Bend?
No. This is an independent travel guide. It is not the website of the National Park Service, the City of Page or the Navajo Nation, and it is not connected to any tour operator or hotel.