Distance from Mesa to Thornton by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Mesa (AZ) to Thornton (CO) is 589 miles or 948 kilometers or 512 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Mesa to Thornton is 865 miles (1393 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 276 miles or 445 km.

Mesa to Thornton Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Mesa, AZ and Thornton, CO
This map shows the distance from Mesa, AZ, Usa to Thornton, CO, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Mesa, Arizona to Thornton, Colorado is displayed below.

Driving distance from Mesa, AZ to Thornton, CO

The driving distance from Mesa, Arizona to Thornton, Colorado is 865 miles or 1393 km.
The total driving distance from Mesa, AZ to Thornton, CO is 865 miles or 1393 kilometers. Your trip begins in Mesa, Arizona. It ends in Thornton, Colorado.
The driving distance from Mesa, Arizona to Thornton, Colorado is approximately 865 miles (1393 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 15 to 16 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Mesa, AZ to Thornton, CO

How long is the drive from Mesa, AZ to Thornton, CO?
The total driving time is 15 hours, 41 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Mesa to Thornton take?
Mesa and Thornton are 15 hours 41 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Mesa and Thornton

Time difference between Mesa (AZ) and Thornton (CO) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Mesa	Current local time in Thornton
2025-12-20, 22:26:27 MST	2025-12-20, 22:26:27 MST

How Far is it Between Mesa Arizona, USA and Thornton Colorado, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Mesa, AZ and Thornton, CO in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	865 mi	1393 km	751.17 nmi
Straight line distance	589 mi	948 km	512 nmi
Difference	276 mi	445 km	239 nmi

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