Phoenix to Pictured Rocks: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1623.3 miles 2612.4 km · straight line
2013.9 miles actual route 3241.1 km · driving distance
38h 22min estimated drive time
$194 - $239 estimated fuel cost
~3h 46min flight time
48° NE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Pictured Rocks?

The distance from Phoenix to Pictured Rocks is 1623.3 miles (2612.4 km) as the crow flies. Pictured Rocks is located NE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2013.9 miles, taking about 38h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 46min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Pictured Rocks in Michigan.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Phoenix and Pictured Rocks. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Phoenix to Pictured Rocks

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 38h 22min $194 - $239 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~46h 2min $161–$302* Budget
Train ~49h 53min $242–$705* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Pictured Rocks

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Pictured Rocks
46.55°N, 86.35°W
America/Detroit
200m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 541 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 135 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM