Ann Arbor to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1651.9 miles 2658.5 km · straight line
1967.8 miles actual route 3166.9 km · driving distance
35h 23min estimated drive time
$189 - $233 estimated fuel cost
~3h 49min flight time
258° WSW bearing direction

How far is Ann Arbor from Phoenix?

The distance from Ann Arbor to Phoenix is 1651.9 miles (2658.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Ann Arbor. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1967.8 miles, taking about 35h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 49min. Both are located in United States — Ann Arbor in Michigan and Phoenix in Arizona.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Ann Arbor and Phoenix. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Ann Arbor to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 23min $189 - $233 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~42h 28min $157–$295* Budget
Train ~46h 0min $236–$689* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ann Arbor & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Ann Arbor
42.28°N, 83.74°W
America/Detroit
269m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 551 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 138 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM