Denver to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

516.5 miles 831.2 km · straight line
773.4 miles actual route 1244.6 km · driving distance
13h 47min estimated drive time
$74 - $92 estimated fuel cost
~1h 32min flight time
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Denver from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Denver to Payson, Arizona is 516.5 miles (831.2 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located SW of Denver. By car, the driving distance is approximately 773.4 miles, taking about 13h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 32min. Both are located in United States — Denver 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 Denver 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 Denver to Payson, Arizona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 47min $74 - $92 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 32min $62–$116* Budget
Train ~17h 55min $93–$271* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Denver & Payson, Arizona

Quick Facts

Denver
39.74°N, 104.99°W
America/Denver
1609m 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 172 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 48.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM