Buckeye to Poway: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259 miles 416.8 km · straight line
323.7 miles estimated 521 km · driving distance
6h 31min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Buckeye from Poway?

The distance from Buckeye to Poway is 259 miles (416.8 km) as the crow flies. Poway is located W of Buckeye. By car, the driving distance is approximately 323.7 miles, taking about 6h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Buckeye in Arizona and Poway in California.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Buckeye and Poway. 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 Buckeye to Poway

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 31min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 49min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 11min $39–$113* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buckeye & Poway

Quick Facts

Buckeye
33.37°N, 112.58°W
America/Phoenix
265m elevation
Poway
32.96°N, 117.04°W
America/Los_Angeles
157m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 86 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 96.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients