Mesquite to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

240.2 miles 386.6 km · straight line
300.3 miles estimated 483.3 km · driving distance
6h 2min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
155° SSE bearing direction

How far is Mesquite from Surprise?

The distance from Mesquite to Surprise is 240.2 miles (386.6 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located SSE of Mesquite. By car, the driving distance is approximately 300.3 miles, taking about 6h 2min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Mesquite in Nevada and Surprise in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mesquite 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.

How to Get from Mesquite to Surprise

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 2min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 14min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 44min $36–$105* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mesquite & Surprise

Quick Facts

Mesquite
36.81°N, 114.07°W
America/Los_Angeles
488m elevation
Surprise
33.63°N, 112.33°W
America/Phoenix
358m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 80 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 103.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients