Bismarck to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1091.7 miles 1756.9 km · straight line
1563.2 miles actual route 2515.8 km · driving distance
28h 14min estimated drive time
$150 - $185 estimated fuel cost
~2h 42min flight time
216° SW bearing direction

How far is Bismarck from Mesa?

The distance from Bismarck to Mesa is 1091.7 miles (1756.9 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located SW of Bismarck. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1563.2 miles, taking about 28h 14min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 42min. Both are located in United States — Bismarck in North Dakota and Mesa 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 Bismarck and Mesa. 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 Bismarck to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28h 14min $150 - $185 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~33h 53min $125–$234* Budget
Train ~36h 42min $188–$547* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bismarck & Mesa

Quick Facts

Bismarck
46.81°N, 100.78°W
America/Chicago
514m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 364 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 91 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM