Flagstaff to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

123.7 miles 199 km · straight line
159.9 miles actual route 257.4 km · driving distance
2h 55min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
185° S bearing direction

How far is Flagstaff from Mesa?

The distance from Flagstaff to Mesa is 123.7 miles (199 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located S of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 159.9 miles, taking about 2h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. 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. 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 Flagstaff and Mesa. 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 Flagstaff to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 55min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 30min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~2h 46min $19–$56* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Flagstaff & Mesa

Quick Facts

Flagstaff
35.20°N, 111.65°W
America/Phoenix
2106m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
Explore more routes from Mesa

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 201.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM