Midland, Texas to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

589.4 miles 948.5 km · straight line
734.9 miles actual route 1182.7 km · driving distance
12h 26min estimated drive time
$71 - $87 estimated fuel cost
~1h 41min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Midland, Texas from Phoenix?

The distance from Midland, Texas to Phoenix is 589.4 miles (948.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located WNW of Midland, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 734.9 miles, taking about 12h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Midland, Texas in Texas and Phoenix in Arizona.

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 Midland, Texas 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 Midland, Texas to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 26min $71 - $87 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 41min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 55min $59–$110* Budget
Train ~16h 10min $88–$257* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Midland, Texas & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Midland, Texas
32.00°N, 102.08°W
America/Chicago
848m 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 196 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 42.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM