Mesa to Prescott: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85.9 miles 138.2 km · straight line
116 miles actual route 186.7 km · driving distance
2h 22min estimated drive time
$11 - $14 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
335° NNW bearing direction

How far is Mesa from Prescott?

The distance from Mesa to Prescott is 85.9 miles (138.2 km) as the crow flies. Prescott is located NNW of Mesa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 116 miles, taking about 2h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mesa and Prescott. 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 Prescott

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 22min $11 - $14 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 50min $9–$17* Budget
Train ~2h 15min $14–$41* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mesa & Prescott

Quick Facts

Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
Prescott
34.54°N, 112.47°W
America/Phoenix
1638m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 29 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 290 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM