Ellensburg to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ellensburg from Phoenix?

The distance from Ellensburg to Phoenix is 1035.9 miles (1667.1 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SSE of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1285.8 miles, taking about 24h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 35min. Both are located in United States — Ellensburg in Washington 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Ellensburg 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.