Driving from Phoenix to Surprise
Surprise lies 31 km (20 mi) north-west of Phoenix, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 26 min without stops, over roughly 38 km (24 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Phoenix | Surprise | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 1.7 million | 143,148 |
| Elevation | 366 m (1,201 ft) | 357 m (1,171 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85001–85098 | 85374–85388 |
Where to book car hire from Phoenix to Surprise
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Staying in Surprise
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Common questions
How far is Surprise from Phoenix?
31 km (20 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Phoenix; by road roughly 38 km (24 mi).
How long does it take to get from Phoenix to Surprise by car?
About 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Phoenix and Surprise?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.