Arches to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

390.5 miles 628.4 km · straight line
485.2 miles actual route 780.9 km · driving distance
9h 35min estimated drive time
$47 - $57 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
202° SSW bearing direction

How far is Arches from Phoenix?

The distance from Arches to Phoenix is 390.5 miles (628.4 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SSW of Arches. By car, the driving distance is approximately 485.2 miles, taking about 9h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Arches in Utah and Phoenix in Arizona.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Arches 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 Arches to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 35min $47 - $57 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 30min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~9h 6min $58–$170* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Arches & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Arches
38.73°N, 109.59°W
America/Denver
1510m 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 130 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM