Baltimore to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

2000.4 miles 3219.4 km · straight line
2276.9 miles actual route 3664.3 km · driving distance
41h 32min estimated drive time
$219 - $270 estimated fuel cost
~4h 31min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Phoenix?

The distance from Baltimore to Phoenix is 2000.4 miles (3219.4 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2276.9 miles, taking about 41h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 4h 31min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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 Baltimore 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 Baltimore to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 41h 32min $219 - $270 Flexible stops
Fly ~4h 31min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~49h 50min $182–$342* Budget
Train ~54h 0min $273–$797* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m 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 667 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 167 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 12.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM