Lawrence, Kansas to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1011.3 miles 1627.6 km · straight line
1171.2 miles actual route 1884.8 km · driving distance
21h 39min estimated drive time
$113 - $139 estimated fuel cost
~2h 32min flight time
253° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lawrence, Kansas from Phoenix?

The distance from Lawrence, Kansas to Phoenix is 1011.3 miles (1627.6 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WSW of Lawrence, Kansas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1171.2 miles, taking about 21h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 32min. Both are located in United States — Lawrence, Kansas in Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas 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 Lawrence, Kansas to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 39min $113 - $139 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 32min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 59min $94–$176* Budget
Train ~28h 9min $141–$410* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lawrence, Kansas & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Lawrence, Kansas
38.97°N, 95.24°W
America/Chicago
263m 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 337 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 84 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 24.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM