Mesa to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

612 miles 984.9 km · straight line
739.4 miles actual route 1189.9 km · driving distance
14h 50min estimated drive time
$71 - $88 estimated fuel cost
~1h 44min flight time
316° NW bearing direction

How far is Mesa from Reno?

The distance from Mesa to Reno is 612 miles (984.9 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located NW of Mesa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 739.4 miles, taking about 14h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 44min. Both are located in United States — Mesa in Arizona and Reno in Nevada.

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. 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 Reno. 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 Reno

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 50min $71 - $88 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 44min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 48min $59–$111* Budget
Train ~19h 17min $89–$259* 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 & Reno

Quick Facts

Mesa
33.42°N, 111.83°W
America/Phoenix
378m elevation
Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 204 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 51 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 40.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM