If you are planning a trip from Avondale to Bullhead City, prepare for a 212.2-mile journey that typically takes about 4 hours and 20 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Desert Southwest, taking you from the Phoenix metro area toward the Colorado River. Given the manageable duration, this is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, though you should budget approximately $42 for fuel to cover the distance. You will navigate via the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, the Purple Heart Trail, and the Bullhead City-Kingman Highway. It is a straightforward trek that avoids the need for an overnight stay, making it an efficient choice for those looking to reach their destination without a multi-day commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.1 miles from Avondale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m into the drive
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Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 212.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local-style drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as highways only account for about 9% of the total journey. You will spend the bulk of your time on regional roads, which offer a more engaged driving experience than a standard freeway haul. The longest single leg of the trip occurs on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, spanning 106.7 miles of uninterrupted pavement. Because the path relies heavily on local thoroughfares, you should stay alert for changes in road geometry as you transition between the various highways. The character of the drive remains consistent with the arid landscape of the Desert Southwest, keeping you focused on the road ahead.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 106.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 212.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.7 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.1 mi into trip|~4m in
Turn left toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
7
20.7 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Grand Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 119
Toward US 60: Grand Avenue
6
178.7 mi into trip|~3h 36m in|US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
6
179 mi into trip|~3h 37m in|US 93
Turn slight right onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
8
182.3 mi into trip|~3h 41m in
Take the exit toward AZ 68 West: Bullhead City, Laughlin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 67
Toward AZ 68 West: Bullhead City, Laughlin
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Avondale, AZ and Bullhead City, AZ, road signs point toward Las Vegas and Laughlin.
Las Vegas
178.7 mi in|~3h 36m|via US 93
Laughlin
182.3 mi in|~3h 41m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
106.7 mi
2h 9m
Purple Heart Trail
21.5 mi
21m
Bullhead City-Kingman Highway
18.3 mi
21m
Grand Avenue
17.1 mi
20m
Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
14.2 mi
16m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
9 mi
10m
Bullhead City–Kingman Highway
8.9 mi
11m
Papago Freeway
3.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
— 106.7 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, AZ and Bullhead City, AZ.
1
Start on this road
27 ft·7 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto North Central Avenue
89 ft·6 sec·North Central Avenue
3
Turn right onto West Western Avenue
0.5 mi·55 sec·West Western Avenue
4
Turn right onto North Litchfield Road
1.6 mi·3 min·North Litchfield Road
5
Turn left
0.3 mi·46 sec
Toward I 10 West: Los AngelesUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
3.1 mi·3 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 124AToward AZ 303 Loop North
8
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop
14 mi·16 min·Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 119Toward US 60: Grand AvenueUse the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto US 60
9.9 mi·12 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
159 ft·3 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
12
Continue on US 60
0.9 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
13
Continue on US 60
0.2 mi·15 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
14
Continue on US 60
0.1 mi·8 sec·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
15
Continue on US 60
6.3 mi·7 min·Grand Avenue
16
Continue on US 60
0.5 mi·31 sec·Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway
17
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
18
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
19
Enter roundabout onto US 93
2 ft·0 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
20
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
24
Enter roundabout onto US 93
100 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
25
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
26
Enter roundabout onto US 93
155 ft·6 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
27
Continue on US 93
0.6 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
28
Turn left onto US 93
112 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
101 mi·1 hr 58 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
30
Continue on US 93
0.3 mi·23 sec·Wickenburg-Kingman Highway
31
Take the exit onto US 93
0.7 mi·1 min·US 93
Toward I 40 West
32
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi·21 min·Purple Heart Trail
33
Take the exit onto US 93
0.3 mi·42 sec·US 93
Exit 48Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
34
Turn slight right onto US 93
222 ft·7 sec·US 93
Exit 48Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las VegasUse the right lane.
35
Merge onto US 93
1.8 mi·2 min·West Beale Street
Use the right lane.
36
Continue on US 93
1.4 mi·1 min·Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway
37
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward AZ 68 West: Bullhead City, LaughlinUse the right lane.
38
Continue on AZ 68
6.5 mi·8 min·Bullhead City–Kingman Highway
39
Continue on AZ 68
1.9 mi·2 min·Bullhead City-Kingman Highway
40
Continue on AZ 68
1.5 mi·1 min·Bullhead City–Kingman Highway
41
Continue on AZ 68
16 mi·19 min·Bullhead City-Kingman Highway
42
Continue on AZ 68
0.8 mi·1 min·Bullhead City–Kingman Highway
43
Continue on AZ 95
1.7 mi·2 min·Mohave Valley Highway
44
Turn left onto 4th Street
20 ft·0 sec·4th Street
45
Arrive at destination
4th Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 20-minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to beat the midday heat and traffic. You only need to plan for one major stop along the way, which provides a good opportunity to stretch your legs and refresh your fuel supply. Since your fuel costs will hover around $42, filling up before you leave the Avondale area can help you avoid potentially higher prices in more remote sections of the route. Because the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace to suit your schedule. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the 106.7-mile stretch on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway to ensure you reach your next service point comfortably.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.1 miles from Avondale, AZ, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 47 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.1 miles or 2h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bullhead City, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avondale, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Avondale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 212.2 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Avondale, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway for about 106.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 106.1 mi from Avondale, AZ
· 2h 14m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.27 one way
$84.55 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$44.74
$89.47
premium
$5.59
$46.71
$93.42
diesel
$5.61
$46.85
$93.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.7
0
$22.28
$10.19
Efficient EV
53.1
0
$18.57
$8.49
EV Truck/SUV
84.9
1
$29.71
$13.58
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Avondale, AZ
Evening
in Avondale on Friday
Local time
8:36 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Partly Sunny
ESE 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Destination
Bullhead City, AZ
Evening
in Bullhead City on Friday
Local time
8:36 PM
MST
Current temp
86°F
Partly Sunny then Patchy Blowing Dust
S 18 to 28 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 20m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Avondale, AZ to Bullhead City, AZ covers 212.2 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, Purple Heart Trail, Bullhead City-Kingman Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 106.1 miles from Avondale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.27 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 212.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 20.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 178.7 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Avondale, AZ and Bullhead City, AZ, road signs point toward Las Vegas and Laughlin.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
