Phoenix to San Francisco: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Phoenix from San Francisco?
The distance from Phoenix to San Francisco is 652.9 miles (1050.8 km) as the crow flies. San Francisco is located WNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 752.1 miles, taking about 13h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 49min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and San Francisco 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 San Francisco. 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 San Francisco
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 218 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 54 hours
- You could travel this distance about 38.1 times to circle the Earth's equator