Branson to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1087.3 miles 1749.8 km · straight line
1285.1 miles actual route 2068.1 km · driving distance
22h 50min estimated drive time
$124 - $152 estimated fuel cost
~2h 41min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Branson from Phoenix?

The distance from Branson to Phoenix is 1087.3 miles (1749.8 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located W of Branson. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1285.1 miles, taking about 22h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 41min. Both are located in United States — Branson in Missouri 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 Branson 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 Branson to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 50min $124 - $152 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 24min $103–$193* Budget
Train ~29h 41min $154–$450* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Branson & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Branson
36.64°N, 93.22°W
America/Chicago
244m 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 362 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 91 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 22.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM