Payson, Arizona to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Payson, Arizona from Vail?
The distance from Payson, Arizona to Vail is 462.9 miles (745 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located NE of Payson, Arizona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 555.5 miles, taking about 11h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Payson, Arizona in Arizona and Vail in Colorado.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Payson, Arizona and Vail. 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 Vail
Suggested Stops Between Payson, Arizona & Vail
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
- You could travel this distance about 53.8 times to circle the Earth's equator