Phoenix to Stockton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

603.3 miles 970.9 km · straight line
707.8 miles actual route 1139.1 km · driving distance
12h 51min estimated drive time
$68 - $84 estimated fuel cost
~1h 43min flight time
304° WNW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Stockton?

The distance from Phoenix to Stockton is 603.3 miles (970.9 km) as the crow flies. Stockton is located WNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 707.8 miles, taking about 12h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Stockton 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 Stockton. 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 Stockton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 51min $68 - $84 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 43min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 25min $57–$106* Budget
Train ~16h 42min $85–$248* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Stockton

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Stockton
37.96°N, 121.29°W
America/Los_Angeles
8m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 201 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 41.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM