Phoenix to Sacramento: Road Trip Guide & Distance

634.2 miles 1020.7 km · straight line
754.2 miles actual route 1213.8 km · driving distance
13h 41min estimated drive time
$73 - $89 estimated fuel cost
~1h 47min flight time
307° NW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Sacramento?

The distance from Phoenix to Sacramento is 634.2 miles (1020.7 km) as the crow flies. Sacramento is located NW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 754.2 miles, taking about 13h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 47min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Sacramento in California.

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 Sacramento. 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 Sacramento

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 41min $73 - $89 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 25min $60–$113* Budget
Train ~17h 47min $91–$264* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Sacramento

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Sacramento
38.58°N, 121.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 211 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 53 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 39.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM