Branson to Flagstaff: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1034.6 miles 1665 km · straight line
1241.5 miles estimated 1998 km · driving distance
24h 59min estimated drive time
$119 - $147 estimated fuel cost
~2h 35min flight time
270° W bearing direction

How far is Branson from Flagstaff?

The distance from Branson to Flagstaff is 1034.6 miles (1665 km) as the crow flies. Flagstaff is located W of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1241.5 miles, taking about 24h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Both are located in United States — Branson in Missouri and Flagstaff 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 Branson and Flagstaff. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Branson to Flagstaff

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 24h 59min $119 - $147 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 35min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~29h 59min $99–$186* Budget
Train ~32h 29min $149–$435* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Branson & Flagstaff

Quick Facts

Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m elevation
Flagstaff
35.20°N, 111.65°W
America/Phoenix
2106m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 345 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 86 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients