Mesa Verde to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

327.8 miles 527.5 km · straight line
439.2 miles actual route 706.9 km · driving distance
8h 53min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 10min flight time
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Mesa Verde from Phoenix?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Phoenix is 327.8 miles (527.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 439.2 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Mesa Verde in Colorado and Phoenix in Arizona.

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 Verde 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 Mesa Verde to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 8h 53min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 10min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~10h 40min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~8h 26min $53–$154* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mesa Verde & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Mesa Verde
37.18°N, 108.49°W
America/Denver
2613m 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 109 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 27 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 76 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM