Petrified Forest to Saguaro: Road Trip Guide & Distance

204.7 miles 329.4 km · straight line
255.9 miles estimated 411.8 km · driving distance
5h 9min estimated drive time
$25 - $30 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
203° SSW bearing direction

How far is Petrified Forest from Saguaro?

The distance from Petrified Forest to Saguaro is 204.7 miles (329.4 km) as the crow flies. Saguaro is located SSW of Petrified Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.9 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Petrified Forest and Saguaro. 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 Saguaro

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 9min $25 - $30 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 11min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 54min $31–$90* Comfort

Quick Facts

Petrified Forest
34.91°N, 109.79°W
America/Phoenix
1676m elevation
Saguaro
32.18°N, 111.17°W
America/Phoenix
900m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 121.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients