Big Bend to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

595.7 miles 958.7 km · straight line
759.8 miles actual route 1222.8 km · driving distance
14h 24min estimated drive time
$73 - $90 estimated fuel cost
~1h 42min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Big Bend from Phoenix?

The distance from Big Bend to Phoenix is 595.7 miles (958.7 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WNW of Big Bend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 759.8 miles, taking about 14h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Big Bend in Texas 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 Big Bend 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 Big Bend to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 24min $73 - $90 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 17min $61–$114* Budget
Train ~18h 43min $91–$266* Comfort

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

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

Quick Facts

Big Bend
29.25°N, 103.25°W
America/Chicago
549m 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 199 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM