Las Vegas to Payson, Arizona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.6 miles 408.1 km · straight line
340.8 miles actual route 548.5 km · driving distance
6h 46min estimated drive time
$33 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
121° ESE bearing direction

How far is Las Vegas from Payson, Arizona?

The distance from Las Vegas to Payson, Arizona is 253.6 miles (408.1 km) as the crow flies. Payson, Arizona is located ESE of Las Vegas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 340.8 miles, taking about 6h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Las Vegas in Nevada and Payson, Arizona in Arizona.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Las Vegas and Payson, Arizona. 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 Las Vegas to Payson, Arizona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 46min $33 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 7min $27–$51* Budget
Train ~6h 26min $41–$119* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Las Vegas & Payson, Arizona

Quick Facts

Las Vegas
36.17°N, 115.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
610m elevation
Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM