Buckeye to Vista: Road Trip Guide & Distance

269.3 miles 433.4 km · straight line
336.7 miles estimated 541.8 km · driving distance
6h 46min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Buckeye from Vista?

The distance from Buckeye to Vista is 269.3 miles (433.4 km) as the crow flies. Vista is located W of Buckeye. By car, the driving distance is approximately 336.7 miles, taking about 6h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Buckeye in Arizona and Vista 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 Vista. 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 Vista

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 46min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 7min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 26min $40–$118* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Buckeye & Vista

Quick Facts

Buckeye
33.37°N, 112.58°W
America/Phoenix
265m elevation
Vista
33.20°N, 117.24°W
America/Los_Angeles
100m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 90 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 92.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients