What Is The Arches National Park Shuttle Schedule, Hours?

The free Moab–Arches Shuttle operates seasonally, connecting four pickup locations in Moab with the Arches Visitor Center and two destinations inside the park.

Shuttle Operating Seasons

  • Spring: March 1–June 30
  • Fall: September 1–October 31

The shuttle does not operate during July, August, or the winter months under the published seasonal schedule.

Daily Hours and Frequency

RouteOperating HoursFrequency
Moab to Arches Visitor Center8:00 AM–5:00 PMEvery 30 minutes
In-Park Shuttle8:00 AM–5:00 PMEvery 15 minutes

The in-park shuttle serves the Windows Section and Delicate Arch Trailhead.

Last Shuttle Departures

  • Delicate Arch Trailhead: 4:05 PM to the Visitor Center
  • Arches Visitor Center: Approximately 5:00–5:10 PM to Moab, depending on the route schedule

If you’re hiking Delicate Arch, allow at least two to three hours for the round trip and plan your return carefully.

Do I Need a Reservation?

No advance shuttle reservation is required. However, seating is limited, and you may need to wait for the next shuttle if one is full.

The shuttle is free, but a valid national park entrance pass is required.