Mesa to Palmdale: Road Trip Guide & Distance

368.8 miles 593.6 km · straight line
399.9 miles actual route 643.6 km · driving distance
7h 27min estimated drive time
$38 - $47 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
284° WNW bearing direction

How far is Mesa from Palmdale?

The distance from Mesa to Palmdale is 368.8 miles (593.6 km) as the crow flies. Palmdale is located WNW of Mesa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 399.9 miles, taking about 7h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Mesa in Arizona and Palmdale in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mesa and Palmdale. 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 Mesa to Palmdale

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 27min $38 - $47 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 56min $32–$60* Budget
Train ~7h 5min $48–$140* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

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

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Quick Facts

Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
Palmdale
34.58°N, 118.12°W
America/Los_Angeles
810m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 123 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 67.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM