Kearney to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

872.5 miles 1404.2 km · straight line
1128.8 miles actual route 1816.6 km · driving distance
21h 17min estimated drive time
$109 - $134 estimated fuel cost
~2h 15min flight time
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Kearney from Phoenix?

The distance from Kearney to Phoenix is 872.5 miles (1404.2 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Kearney. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1128.8 miles, taking about 21h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 15min. Both are located in United States — Kearney in Nebraska 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. 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 Kearney 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 Kearney to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 17min $109 - $134 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 32min $90–$169* Budget
Train ~27h 40min $135–$395* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kearney & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Kearney
40.70°N, 99.08°W
America/Chicago
656m 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 291 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 73 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 28.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM