The drive from Bagdad, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 111 miles and takes about 2h 49m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, Grand Avenue, Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.4 miles on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.5 miles from Bagdad, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 111 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 49m drive with frequent turns across 111 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 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 43.4 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 92.1 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
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 20 significant decision points across 111 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 92.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.4 miles (AZ 303 Loop / Bob Stump Memorial Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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92.1 mi into trip|~2h 19m in
Take the exit toward AZ 303 Loop North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward AZ 303 Loop North
5
92.4 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|AZ 303 Loop / Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop / Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
98.4 mi into trip|~2h 27m in
Take the exit toward Vistancia Boulevard, Happy Valley Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 125
Toward Vistancia Boulevard, Happy Valley Parkwa...
6
109 mi into trip|~2h 46m in|West Pinnacle Peak Road
Turn left onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
110 mi into trip|~2h 47m in|North 35th Avenue
Turn right onto North 35th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
43.4 mi
55m
Grand Avenue
16.4 mi
20m
Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway
10.9 mi
19m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
8.7 mi
10m
West Happy Valley Road
7.2 mi
12m
Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
5.9 mi
6m
Hillside-Bagdad Highway
4 mi
7m
West Happy Valley Parkway
2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
— 43.4 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bagdad, AZ and Deer Valley, AZ.
1
Start on this road
2.1 mi·13 min·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto North Lindahl
0.7 mi·2 min·North Lindahl
3
Continue on Lindahl Road
1.6 mi·4 min·Lindahl Road
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi·31 sec·Main Street
5
Continue on AZ 96
4.0 mi·7 min·Hillside-Bagdad Highway
6
Turn right onto AZ 97
11 mi·19 min·Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
8
Merge onto US 93
27 mi·31 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
9
Continue on US 93
0.8 mi·54 sec·Wickenburg-Kingman Highway
10
Merge onto US 93
11 mi·12 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.6 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 93
138 ft·5 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto US 93
139 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Continue on US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
18
Continue on US 93
104 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
20
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft·8 sec·East Wickenburg Way
21
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
22
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
23
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi·5 min·Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
25
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
10 mi·12 min·Grand Avenue
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·41 sec
Toward AZ 303 Loop NorthUse the right lane.
28
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop
5.9 mi·6 min·Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi·49 sec
Exit 125Toward Vistancia Boulevard, Happy Valley ParkwayUse the slight right lane.
30
Turn right onto West Happy Valley Parkway
2.0 mi·3 min·West Happy Valley Parkway
Use the left lane.
31
Continue on West Happy Valley Road
7.2 mi·12 min·West Happy Valley Road
Use the left lane.
32
Turn right onto North 43rd Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·North 43rd Avenue
33
Turn left onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
1.0 mi·1 min·West Pinnacle Peak Road
Use the left lane.
34
Turn right onto North 35th Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·North 35th Avenue
Use the right lane.
35
Arrive at destination
North 35th Avenue
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.5 miles from Bagdad, AZ, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.4 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 24 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deer Valley, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bagdad, 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 Bagdad, AZ
This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Bagdad, 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 43.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.5 mi from Bagdad, AZ
· 1h 28m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.11 one way
$44.23 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg39 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$23.40
$46.80
premium
$5.59
$24.43
$48.87
diesel
$5.61
$24.51
$49.01
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
33.3
0
$11.65
$5.33
Efficient EV
27.8
0
$9.71
$4.44
EV Truck/SUV
44.4
0
$15.54
$7.10
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (67% 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
Bagdad, AZ
Evening
in Bagdad on Friday
Local time
5:08 PM
MST
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Deer Valley, AZ
Evening
in Deer Valley on Friday
Local time
5:08 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
16 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 49m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bagdad, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 111 miles and takes about 2h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, Grand Avenue, Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.5 miles from Bagdad, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.11 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 111 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 92.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.4 miles (AZ 303 Loop / Bob Stump Memorial Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bagdad, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
