Petrified Forest to Sedona: Road Trip Guide & Distance

111.9 miles 180.1 km · straight line
139.9 miles estimated 225.1 km · driving distance
2h 49min estimated drive time
$13 - $17 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
269° W bearing direction

How far is Petrified Forest from Sedona?

The distance from Petrified Forest to Sedona is 111.9 miles (180.1 km) as the crow flies. Sedona is located W of Petrified Forest. By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.9 miles, taking about 2h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. 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 Sedona. 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 Sedona

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 49min $13 - $17 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 23min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 41min $17–$49* Comfort

Quick Facts

Petrified Forest
34.91°N, 109.79°W
America/Phoenix
1676m elevation
Sedona
34.87°N, 111.76°W
America/Phoenix
1319m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 222.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients