Calgary to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1219.9 miles 1963.3 km · straight line
1543.7 miles actual route 2484.4 km · driving distance
27h 18min estimated drive time
CAD 250 - CAD 308 estimated fuel cost
~2h 57min flight time
174° S bearing direction

How far is Calgary from Phoenix?

The distance from Calgary to Phoenix is 1219.9 miles (1963.3 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located S of Calgary. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1543.7 miles, taking about 27h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 57min. Calgary is in Alberta, Canada, while Phoenix is in Arizona, United States.

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. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Calgary 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 Calgary to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 27h 18min CAD 250 - CAD 308 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 57min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~32h 46min $123–$232* Budget
Train ~35h 29min $185–$540* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Calgary & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Calgary
51.04°N, 114.07°W
America/Edmonton
1045m 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 407 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 102 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM