Mesa Verde to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mesa Verde from Surprise?

The distance from Mesa Verde to Surprise is 327.3 miles (526.7 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located SW of Mesa Verde. By car, the driving distance is approximately 392.7 miles, taking about 7h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 10min. Both are located in United States — Mesa Verde in Colorado and Surprise 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 Surprise. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.