Clifton to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

435.1 miles 700.2 km · straight line
601.9 miles actual route 968.7 km · driving distance
11h 29min estimated drive time
$58 - $71 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
207° SSW bearing direction

How far is Clifton from Mesa?

The distance from Clifton to Mesa is 435.1 miles (700.2 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located SSW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 601.9 miles, taking about 11h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Mesa 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Clifton and Mesa. 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 Clifton to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 29min $58 - $71 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 47min $48–$90* Budget
Train ~10h 55min $72–$211* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Clifton & Mesa

Quick Facts

Clifton
39.09°N, 108.45°W
America/Denver
1440m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 145 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM