Phoenix to Vail: Road Trip Guide & Distance

531.8 miles 855.9 km · straight line
724.9 miles actual route 1166.6 km · driving distance
13h 36min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 34min flight time
35° NE bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Vail?

The distance from Phoenix to Vail is 531.8 miles (855.9 km) as the crow flies. Vail is located NE of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 724.9 miles, taking about 13h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Phoenix in Arizona and Vail in Colorado.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Phoenix and Vail. 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 Vail

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 36min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 34min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 19min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~17h 41min $87–$254* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Vail

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Vail
39.64°N, 106.37°W
America/Denver
2500m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 177 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 46.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM