Phoenix to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

974.9 miles 1569 km · straight line
1162.9 miles actual route 1871.5 km · driving distance
19h 46min estimated drive time
$112 - $138 estimated fuel cost
~2h 28min flight time
90° E bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Tyler?

The distance from Phoenix to Tyler is 974.9 miles (1569 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located E of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1162.9 miles, taking about 19h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Tyler in Texas.

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 East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 19h 46min $112 - $138 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~23h 43min $93–$174* Budget
Train ~25h 42min $140–$407* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Tyler

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 325 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 81 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM