Eloy to Petrified Forest: Road Trip Guide & Distance

180.1 miles 289.9 km · straight line
225.2 miles estimated 362.4 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
34° NE bearing direction

How far is Eloy from Petrified Forest?

The distance from Eloy to Petrified Forest is 180.1 miles (289.9 km) as the crow flies. Petrified Forest is located NE of Eloy. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.2 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Eloy and Petrified Forest. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Eloy to Petrified Forest

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Eloy & Petrified Forest

Quick Facts

Eloy
32.76°N, 111.55°W
America/Phoenix
474m elevation
Petrified Forest
34.91°N, 109.79°W
America/Phoenix
1676m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 138.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients