Colorado Springs to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

549.4 miles 884.2 km · straight line
793.6 miles actual route 1277.2 km · driving distance
14h 18min estimated drive time
$76 - $94 estimated fuel cost
~1h 36min flight time
230° SW bearing direction

How far is Colorado Springs from Phoenix?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Phoenix is 549.4 miles (884.2 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 793.6 miles, taking about 14h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 36min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Phoenix 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 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 Colorado Springs to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 18min $76 - $94 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 36min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 10min $63–$119* Budget
Train ~18h 35min $95–$278* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Colorado Springs & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Colorado Springs
38.83°N, 104.82°W
America/Denver
1839m 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 183 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 46 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 45.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM