Modesto to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

578.8 miles 931.5 km · straight line
682.5 miles actual route 1098.4 km · driving distance
12h 31min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
117° ESE bearing direction

How far is Modesto from Phoenix?

The distance from Modesto to Phoenix is 578.8 miles (931.5 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located ESE of Modesto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 682.5 miles, taking about 12h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Modesto in California 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. 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 Modesto 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 Modesto to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 31min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 1min $55–$102* Budget
Train ~16h 16min $82–$239* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Modesto & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Modesto
37.64°N, 121.00°W
America/Los_Angeles
28m 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 193 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM