Payson, Arizona to Phoenix: Road Trip Guide & Distance

69.1 miles 111.2 km · straight line
88.8 miles actual route 142.9 km · driving distance
1h 47min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
219° SW bearing direction

How far is Payson, Arizona from Phoenix?

The distance from Payson, Arizona to Phoenix is 69.1 miles (111.2 km) as the crow flies. Phoenix is located SW of Payson, Arizona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 88.8 miles, taking about 1h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Payson, Arizona 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 Payson, Arizona to Phoenix

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 47min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 8min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 42min $11–$31* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Payson, Arizona & Phoenix

Quick Facts

Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m 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 23 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 360.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM