Phoenix to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1231.9 miles 1982.6 km · straight line
1528.6 miles actual route 2460.1 km · driving distance
29h 23min estimated drive time
$147 - $181 estimated fuel cost
~2h 59min flight time
336° NNW bearing direction

How far is Phoenix from Vancouver?

The distance from Phoenix to Vancouver is 1231.9 miles (1982.6 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located NNW of Phoenix. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1528.6 miles, taking about 29h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 59min. Phoenix is in Arizona, United States, while Vancouver is in British Columbia, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Vancouver. 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 Vancouver

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 23min $147 - $181 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 16min $122–$229* Budget
Train ~38h 12min $183–$535* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Phoenix & Vancouver

Quick Facts

Phoenix
33.45°N, 112.07°W
America/Phoenix
331m elevation
Vancouver
49.28°N, 123.12°W
America/Vancouver
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 411 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 103 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 20.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM