Grand Canyon to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

183.7 miles 295.6 km · straight line
227.9 miles actual route 366.7 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
179° S bearing direction

How far is Grand Canyon from Phoenix?

The distance from Grand Canyon to Phoenix is 183.7 miles (295.6 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located S of Grand Canyon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 227.9 miles, taking about 4h 17min. 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. 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 Grand Canyon 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.

How to Get from Grand Canyon to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Grand Canyon & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Grand Canyon
36.11°N, 112.11°W
America/Phoenix
2100m elevation
Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 61 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 135.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM