Mesa to Parker: Road Trip Guide & Distance

575.9 miles 926.9 km · straight line
835.9 miles actual route 1345.2 km · driving distance
15h 6min estimated drive time
$80 - $99 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
41° NE bearing direction

How far is Mesa from Parker?

The distance from Mesa to Parker is 575.9 miles (926.9 km) as the crow flies. Parker is located NE of Mesa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 835.9 miles, taking about 15h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Mesa in Arizona and Parker in Colorado.

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. 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 Mesa and Parker. 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 Parker

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 6min $80 - $99 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 7min $67–$125* Budget
Train ~19h 38min $100–$293* 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 Mesa & Parker

Quick Facts

Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
Parker
39.52°N, 104.76°W
America/Denver
1789m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 192 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM