Day trip from Mesa to Surprise
Surprise lies 53 km (33 mi) north-west of Mesa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 53 km (33 mi) apart, Surprise is a realistic day trip from Mesa: about 51 min each way by road.
| Mesa | Surprise | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 471,825 | 143,148 |
| Elevation | 380 m (1,247 ft) | 357 m (1,171 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85201–85277 | 85374–85388 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Surprise
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Staying in Surprise
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Book a hotel in Surprise
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Common questions
How far is Surprise from Mesa?
53 km (33 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Mesa; by road roughly 64 km (40 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mesa to Surprise by road?
About 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mesa 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.