Phoenix to Reno: Road Trip Guide & Distance

600.7 miles 966.7 km · straight line
716.4 miles actual route 1153 km · driving distance
14h 29min estimated drive time
$69 - $85 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
317° NW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Reno?

The distance from Phoenix to Reno is 600.7 miles (966.7 km) as the crow flies. Reno is located NW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 716.4 miles, taking about 14h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Reno in Nevada.

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. 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 Phoenix and Reno. 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 Reno

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 29min $69 - $85 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 23min $57–$107* Budget
Train ~18h 50min $86–$251* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 200 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM