Phoenix to Pocatello: Road Trip Guide & Distance

651.4 miles 1048.3 km · straight line
823.4 miles actual route 1325.2 km · driving distance
15h 4min estimated drive time
$79 - $98 estimated fuel cost
~1h 49min flight time
358° N bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Pocatello?

The distance from Phoenix to Pocatello is 651.4 miles (1048.3 km) as the crow flies. Pocatello is located N of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 823.4 miles, taking about 15h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Pocatello in Idaho.

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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Pocatello. 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 Pocatello

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 15h 4min $79 - $98 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 49min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~18h 5min $66–$124* Budget
Train ~19h 35min $99–$288* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Pocatello

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Pocatello
42.87°N, 112.45°W
America/Boise
1360m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 217 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 38.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM