Phoenix to Sedona Distance
Driving Distance
~116 miles (187 km) via I-17 North, the fastest and most direct route.
Drive Time
~1 hour 57 minutes with no traffic. Weekend traffic into Sedona can add 30–60 minutes.
Straight-Line Distance
~100 miles (161 km) as the crow flies — about 14% shorter than the driving route.
Time Zone
Phoenix and Sedona are both in Arizona time (no daylight saving), so there is no time difference.
How to Calculate the Distance Between Phoenix and Sedona
The 116-mile figure above is measured city center to city center via the fastest route. If you're starting from Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport or a specific Sedona landmark, the exact distance will vary slightly:
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Fastest Route vs. Scenic Detour
There's one main highway route, plus a slightly longer detour that avoids the worst weekend traffic into town:
I-17 North (Fastest)
- ~116 miles (187 km)
- ~1 hour 57 minutes with no traffic
- Direct route straight into Sedona from the south
Camp Verde / AZ-260 Detour
- ~125 miles (201 km) with the detour
- A few minutes longer, but avoids traffic entering town from the south
- Enters Sedona through Cottonwood on AZ-89A
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Sedona from Phoenix?
Sedona is about 116 miles (187 km) from Phoenix by road, a drive of roughly 1 hour 57 minutes. The straight-line distance is about 100 miles (161 km).
How far is Phoenix from Sedona?
The distance is the same in either direction: approximately 116 miles (187 km) by road.
How long does it take to drive from Phoenix to Sedona?
It takes about 1 hour 57 minutes to drive non-stop via I-17. On weekends, traffic entering Sedona can push this closer to 2.5 hours.
What is the best route from Phoenix to Sedona?
Interstate 17 North is the fastest and most direct route. To avoid weekend traffic entering town, some drivers take the Camp Verde exit onto AZ-260 and AZ-89A instead.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Sedona?
No. Both cities are in Arizona, which does not observe daylight saving time, so clocks are the same year-round.
Planning Your Phoenix to Sedona Trip
Day Trip Planning
At under 2 hours, Sedona's red rocks are a popular day trip or overnight escape from Phoenix.
Avoiding Weekend Traffic
Leave early morning or consider the Camp Verde detour to avoid backups entering Sedona on busy weekends.
Scenic Stops
Sunset Point Rest Stop and Montezuma Castle National Monument make great breaks along the I-17 route.
Shipping & Freight
Businesses use this distance to estimate delivery windows between Central and Northern Arizona.
Other Popular US City Distances
Exploring more of Arizona's Southwest? Check the Grand Canyon to Las Vegas distance guide for another popular Arizona road trip route.