What is the cheapest way to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez?

The cheapest way to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez is to drive which costs $23 - $35 and takes 2h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez?

The fastest way to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs $23 - $35.

How far is it from Fort Defiance to Cortez?

The distance between Fort Defiance and Cortez is 155 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

How do I travel from Fort Defiance to Cortez without a car?

The best way to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez without a car is to bus and taxi which takes 3h 11m and costs $220 - $290.

How long does it take to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez?

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez, including transfers.

Can I drive from Fort Defiance to Cortez?

Yes, the driving distance between Fort Defiance to Cortez is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Fort Defiance to Cortez.

Where can I stay near Cortez?

There are 48+ hotels available in Cortez.

Fort Defiance to Cortez - 2 ways to travel via bus, taxi, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Fort Defiance to Cortez by bus, taxi, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, taxi
best
1. Take the bus from Ft.Defiance - Conoco Gas Station to Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop7A/B
2. Take the taxi from Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop to Cortez
3h 11m
$222–282
Drive 129.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Fort Defiance to Cortez129.4 mi
2h 51m
$24–35

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 154.1 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Fort Defiance, AZ, USA and Cortez, CO, USA?

There is no direct connection from Fort Defiance to Cortez. However, you can take the bus to Shiprock - I.H.S. Hospital Road Stop then take the taxi to Cortez. Alternatively, you can drive from Fort Defiance to Cortez in around 2h 51m.

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