Mexico City to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1254.1 miles 2018.2 km · straight line
1525.5 miles actual route 2455 km · driving distance
29h 11min estimated drive time
MXN 3511 - MXN 4321 estimated fuel cost
~3h 1min flight time
323° NW bearing direction

How far is Mexico City from Phoenix?

The distance from Mexico City to Phoenix is 1254.1 miles (2018.2 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located NW of Mexico City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1525.5 miles, taking about 29h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 1min. Mexico City is in Mexico, while Phoenix is in Arizona, United States.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mexico City 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 Mexico City to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 11min MXN 3511 - MXN 4321 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 1min $122–$229* Budget
Train ~37h 56min $183–$534* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mexico City & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m 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 418 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 105 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 19.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM