Clifton to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

439 miles 706.5 km · straight line
585.6 miles actual route 942.5 km · driving distance
11h 8min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 23min flight time
208° SSW bearing direction

How far is Clifton from Phoenix?

The distance from Clifton to Phoenix is 439 miles (706.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SSW of Clifton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 585.6 miles, taking about 11h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 23min. Both are located in United States — Clifton in Colorado and Phoenix in Arizona.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 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 Clifton to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 8min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 23min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 22min $47–$88* Budget
Train ~10h 35min $70–$205* Comfort

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

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

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Quick Facts

Clifton
39.09°N, 108.45°W
America/Denver
1440m 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 146 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 37 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 56.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM