Colorado Springs to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

480.9 miles 774 km · straight line
705 miles actual route 1134.6 km · driving distance
12h 32min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
231° SW bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Payson, Arizona is 480.9 miles (774 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located SW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 705 miles, taking about 12h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Payson, Arizona 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 Colorado Springs and Payson, Arizona. 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 Colorado Springs to Payson, Arizona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 32min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 2min $56–$106* Budget
Train ~11h 54min $85–$247* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Payson, Arizona

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m elevation
Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 160 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM