Phoenix to Sun Valley: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Phoenix from Sun Valley?
The distance from Phoenix to Sun Valley is 718.7 miles (1156.6 km) as the crow flies. Sun Valley is located N of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 859.4 miles, taking about 17h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 57min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Sun Valley in Idaho.
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 North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. 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 Sun Valley. 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 Sun Valley
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 240 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 60 hours
- You could travel this distance about 34.6 times to circle the Earth's equator