How to travel from Phoenix to Jefferson City, United States of America

The distance between Phoenix and Jefferson City is around 1,382 miles (2,224km) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 45m.

3 routes found

We've found 3 different ways to get from Phoenix to Jefferson City by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Columbia (COU).

  • Duration4h 45m
  • Flight time4hrs
  • Typical cost
    $540
Operated by

American Airlines

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Flagstaff Station then take the train to Kansas City and then to Jefferson City Amtrak Station.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    $240
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Jefferson City.

  • Duration22h 5m
  • Distance1,422 miles (2,289km)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phoenix and Jefferson City

There are several options for getting from Phoenix to Jefferson City by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around $240 and will take around 1 day 6h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately $540.

The distance between Phoenix and Jefferson City is around 1,382 miles (2,224km). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,165 miles (1,874km)

It takes around 4h 45m to get from Phoenix and Jefferson City by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 22h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Phoenix to Jefferson City is to fly which takes around 4h 45m and will set you back approx $540.

The cheapest way to travel between Phoenix and Jefferson City, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around $240 for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phoenix and Jefferson City. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Columbia (COU). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Phoenix and Jefferson City. We recommend that you fly from Phoenix (PHX) to Columbia (COU). instead which will take 4h 45m.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Phoenix and Jefferson City. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and arrive at Columbia (COU) - via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). The flight takes around 4hrs.

There is no direct flight from Phoenix to Jefferson City. There is however a flight that goes via Dallas/Ft.Worth (DFW). This services will take at least 4h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Phoenix to Jefferson City typically takes around 4hrs. Flights depart from Phoenix (PHX) and and arrive into Columbia (COU).

The closest major airport to Jefferson City is Columbia Regional Airport (COU) (COU) which is approximately 27km (17 miles) from Jefferson City. St. Louis International Airport (STL) (STL) and Kansas City International Airport (MCI) (MCI) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Phoenix and Jefferson City. The distance is around 1,422 miles (2,289km) by road and it will take around 22h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phoenix to Jefferson City is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 45m and will usually cost around $540.

How do I get from Phoenix to Jefferson City

Compare travel optionsbetween Phoenix and Jefferson City

Transport options from Phoenix to Jefferson City
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
4h 45m
$540
every 20 mins2,224km (1,382 miles)
Bus and Train
1 day 6h
$240
once daily2,503km (1,555 miles)
Drive
22h 5m
$140
on demand2,289km (1,422 miles)

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Airports near Jefferson City

The following major airports near Jefferson City offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United States of America and internationally.

COU
Columbia Regional Airport (COU)
Domestic Airport
Distance
17 miles (27km) from Jefferson City
STL
St. Louis International Airport (STL)
International Airport
Distance
97 miles (157km) from Jefferson City
MCI
Kansas City International Airport (MCI)
International Airport
Distance
146 miles (234km) from Jefferson City