Payson, Arizona to Prescott Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

62.3 miles 100.2 km · straight line
77.9 miles estimated 125.3 km · driving distance
1h 34min estimated drive time
$7 - $9 estimated fuel cost
~38min flight time · usually no direct flights
295° WNW bearing direction

How far is Payson, Arizona from Prescott Valley?

The distance from Payson, Arizona to Prescott Valley is 62.3 miles (100.2 km) as the crow flies. Prescott Valley is located WNW of Payson, Arizona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 77.9 miles, taking about 1h 34min. 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 Prescott Valley. 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 Payson, Arizona to Prescott Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 34min $7 - $9 Flexible stops
Bus ~1h 53min $6–$12* Budget

Suggested Stops Between Payson, Arizona & Prescott Valley

Quick Facts

Payson, Arizona
34.23°N, 111.33°W
America/Phoenix
1500m elevation
Prescott Valley
34.61°N, 112.32°W
America/Phoenix
1532m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 21 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 5 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 400 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients