Aspen to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

492.8 miles 793.1 km · straight line
705.4 miles actual route 1135.3 km · driving distance
13h 29min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 29min flight time
218° SW bearing direction

How far is Aspen from Phoenix?

The distance from Aspen to Phoenix is 492.8 miles (793.1 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Aspen. By car, the driving distance is approximately 705.4 miles, taking about 13h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Aspen in Colorado 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Aspen 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 Aspen to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 29min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 29min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 11min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~12h 49min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Aspen & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Aspen
39.19°N, 106.82°W
America/Denver
2438m 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 164 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 41 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 50.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM