Flagstaff to Pinnacles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Flagstaff from Pinnacles?

The distance from Flagstaff to Pinnacles is 541 miles (870.7 km) as the crow flies. Pinnacles is located WNW of Flagstaff. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649.2 miles, taking about 13h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 35min. Both are located in United States — Flagstaff in Arizona and Pinnacles in California.

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 Flagstaff and Pinnacles. 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.