Petrified Forest to Prescott Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145 miles 233.4 km · straight line
181.3 miles estimated 291.8 km · driving distance
3h 39min estimated drive time
$17 - $21 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
263° W bearing direction

How far is Petrified Forest from Prescott Valley?

The distance from Petrified Forest to Prescott Valley is 145 miles (233.4 km) as the crow flies. Prescott Valley is located W of Petrified Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181.3 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Petrified Forest 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 Petrified Forest to Prescott Valley

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 39min $17 - $21 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 23min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 28min $22–$63* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Petrified Forest & Prescott Valley

Quick Facts

Petrified Forest
34.91°N, 109.79°W
America/Phoenix
1676m 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 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients