Mammoth Lakes to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

484.1 miles 779.1 km · straight line
609.5 miles actual route 980.9 km · driving distance
11h 31min estimated drive time
$59 - $72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 28min flight time
125° SE bearing direction

How far is Mammoth Lakes from Phoenix?

The distance from Mammoth Lakes to Phoenix is 484.1 miles (779.1 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SE of Mammoth Lakes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 609.5 miles, taking about 11h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 28min. Both are located in United States — Mammoth Lakes in California 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. 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 Mammoth Lakes 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 Mammoth Lakes to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 31min $59 - $72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 49min $49–$91* Budget
Train ~10h 56min $73–$213* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mammoth Lakes & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Mammoth Lakes
37.65°N, 118.97°W
America/Los_Angeles
2400m 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 161 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 40 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 51.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM