Phoenix to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

967.9 miles 1557.7 km · straight line
1249.1 miles actual route 2010.3 km · driving distance
23h 39min estimated drive time
$120 - $148 estimated fuel cost
~2h 27min flight time
333° NNW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from The Dalles?

The distance from Phoenix to The Dalles is 967.9 miles (1557.7 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located NNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1249.1 miles, taking about 23h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 27min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and The Dalles in Oregon.

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. 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 The Dalles. 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 The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 23h 39min $120 - $148 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~28h 23min $100–$187* Budget
Train ~30h 45min $150–$437* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
The Dalles
45.59°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 323 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 81 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM