Colorado Springs to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Colorado Springs from Surprise?

The distance from Colorado Springs to Surprise is 551.5 miles (887.5 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located SW of Colorado Springs. By car, the driving distance is approximately 837.5 miles, taking about 14h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Colorado Springs in Colorado and Surprise 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. 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 Colorado Springs and Surprise. 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.