Modesto to Surprise: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Modesto from Surprise?
The distance from Modesto to Surprise is 559.5 miles (900.4 km) as the crow flies. Surprise is located ESE of Modesto. By car, the driving distance is approximately 671.4 miles, taking about 13h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 38min. Both are located in United States — Modesto in California and Surprise 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 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 Modesto to Surprise
Suggested Stops Between Modesto & Surprise
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 187 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
- You could travel this distance about 44.5 times to circle the Earth's equator