Phoenix to Rockford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1387.9 miles 2233.6 km · straight line
1685.9 miles actual route 2713.2 km · driving distance
31h 1min estimated drive time
$162 - $200 estimated fuel cost
~3h 18min flight time
57° ENE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Rockford?

The distance from Phoenix to Rockford is 1387.9 miles (2233.6 km) as the crow flies. Rockford is located ENE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1685.9 miles, taking about 31h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 18min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Rockford in Illinois.

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 Rockford. 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 Rockford

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31h 1min $162 - $200 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 18min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~37h 13min $135–$253* Budget
Train ~40h 19min $202–$590* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Rockford

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Rockford
42.27°N, 89.09°W
America/Chicago
218m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 463 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 116 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM