Madera to Mesa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

525.1 miles 845 km · straight line
626.4 miles actual route 1008.1 km · driving distance
11h 27min estimated drive time
$60 - $74 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
115° ESE bearing direction

How far is Madera from Mesa?

The distance from Madera to Mesa is 525.1 miles (845 km) as the crow flies. Mesa is located ESE of Madera. By car, the driving distance is approximately 626.4 miles, taking about 11h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Madera in California and Mesa 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. 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 Madera 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 Madera to Mesa

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 27min $60 - $74 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 44min $50–$94* Budget
Train ~14h 53min $75–$219* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Madera & Mesa

Quick Facts

Madera
36.96°N, 120.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
83m 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 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM