Grand Junction to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Grand Junction from Phoenix?
The distance from Grand Junction to Phoenix is 434.7 miles (699.6 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SSW of Grand Junction. By car, the driving distance is approximately 579.5 miles, taking about 11h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in United States — Grand Junction in Colorado and Phoenix in Arizona.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Grand Junction 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 Junction to Phoenix
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 145 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
- You could travel this distance about 57.3 times to circle the Earth's equator