Crested Butte to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

469.7 miles 755.9 km · straight line
652.1 miles actual route 1049.5 km · driving distance
13h 39min estimated drive time
$63 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Crested Butte from Phoenix?

The distance from Crested Butte to Phoenix is 469.7 miles (755.9 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Crested Butte. By car, the driving distance is approximately 652.1 miles, taking about 13h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte 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 Crested Butte to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 39min $63 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 23min $52–$98* Budget
Train ~12h 58min $78–$228* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Crested Butte & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Crested Butte
38.87°N, 106.99°W
America/Denver
2715m 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 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM