Guadalajara to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1023.3 miles 1646.8 km · straight line
1184.6 miles actual route 1906.4 km · driving distance
22h 53min estimated drive time
MXN 2726 - MXN 3355 estimated fuel cost
~2h 34min flight time
331° NNW bearing direction

How far is Guadalajara from Mesa?

The distance from Guadalajara to Mesa is 1023.3 miles (1646.8 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located NNW of Guadalajara. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1184.6 miles, taking about 22h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 34min. Guadalajara is in Mexico, while Mesa is in Arizona, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 53min MXN 2726 - MXN 3355 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~27h 28min $95–$178* Budget
Train ~29h 45min $142–$415* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Guadalajara & Mesa

Quick Facts

Guadalajara
20.66°N, 103.35°W
America/Mexico_City
1566m elevation
Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 341 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 85 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM