Great Sand Dunes to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Great Sand Dunes from Phoenix?
The distance from Great Sand Dunes to Phoenix is 471.5 miles (758.8 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Great Sand Dunes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 618.5 miles, taking about 14h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Great Sand Dunes in Colorado and Phoenix in Arizona.
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 Great Sand Dunes 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 Great Sand Dunes to Phoenix
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 157 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
- You could travel this distance about 52.8 times to circle the Earth's equator