Trip from Bullhead City, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

Drive Time

4h 37m

Distance

216.4 mi

348 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 24m ★

6 AM

4h 37m

8 AM

5h 4m

10 AM

4h 46m

12 PM

4h 44m

3 PM

4h 48m

5 PM

5h 2m

8 PM

4h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Bullhead City, AZ

Abhishek Navlakha

Phoenix, AZ

Carter Marchant

Trip Overview

Traveling from Bullhead City to Phoenix covers 228.7 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 44 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive, it is best suited for a single-day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You should budget approximately $45 for fuel to complete the journey across the Desert Southwest. While the route is manageable in one go, staying mindful of the winding local roads is essential for a smooth experience. Since you are staying within the same region, the transition between these two Arizona cities feels consistent, though local conditions can change quickly.

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

108.2 miles from Bullhead City, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 7m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy experience on this journey, as the route relies on local infrastructure like the Mohave Valley Highway and the Bullhead City–Kingman Highway rather than major interstates. With a 0% highway share, you will be navigating technical local roads for the entirety of the 228.7-mile trip. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch on the Mohave Valley Highway is essentially non-existent, you will need to remain alert behind the wheel. The road's personality is defined by these constant turns, which require more focus than a typical high-speed freeway cruise.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 93 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 216.4 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 29 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 33.2 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.6 miles (US 93): 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.

29 mi into trip | ~36m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 93 South: Kingman

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 93 South: Kingman

33.2 mi into trip | ~43m in | US 93

Turn left onto US 93 toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Phoenix

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Pho...

55.6 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in | US 93

Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Exit 71 Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix

180.8 mi into trip | ~3h 39m in | US 60 / Grand Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto US 60 / Grand Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

216.2 mi into trip | ~4h 36m in | North 1st Street

Turn right onto North 1st Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 93	91.1 mi	1h 46m
Grand Avenue	41 mi	1h 2m
Purple Heart Trail	22.1 mi	22m
Bullhead City-Kingman Highway	17.3 mi	20m
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway	16.3 mi	24m
Bullhead City–Kingman Highway	10.1 mi	13m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway	8.7 mi	10m
West Beale Street	2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: US 93 — 91.1 mi, about 1h 46m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bullhead City, AZ and Phoenix, AZ.

Start on 4th Street

20 ft · 2 sec · 4th Street

Turn right onto AZ 95

1.7 mi · 2 min · Mohave Valley Highway

Continue on AZ 68

1.5 mi · 2 min · Bullhead City–Kingman Highway

Continue on AZ 68

17 mi · 19 min · Bullhead City-Kingman Highway

Continue on AZ 68

3.4 mi · 3 min · Bullhead City–Kingman Highway

Continue on AZ 68

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Bullhead City-Kingman Highway

Merge onto AZ 68

5.1 mi · 6 min · Bullhead City–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward US 93 South: Kingman

Merge onto US 93

1.7 mi · 1 min · Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

2.0 mi · 3 min · West Beale Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto US 93

0.3 mi · 37 sec · US 93

Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Phoenix Use the left lane.

Merge onto I 40; US 93

22 mi · 22 min · Purple Heart Trail

Take the exit onto US 93

91 mi · 1 hr 46 min · US 93

Exit 71 Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix Use the left lane.

Merge onto US 93

11 mi · 12 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 93

138 ft · 5 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 93

139 ft · 4 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

0.9 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.9 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.5 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

104 ft · 4 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 60

201 ft · 8 sec · East Wickenburg Way

Continue on US 60

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Wickenburg Way

Continue on US 60

8.7 mi · 10 min · Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway

Continue on US 60

5.2 mi · 5 min · Grand Avenue

Use the right lane.

Continue on US 60

1.7 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway

Continue on US 60

1.1 mi · 1 min · Grand Avenue

Use the left lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 60

31 mi · 48 min · Grand Avenue

Use the left lane.

Continue on Grand Avenue

3.3 mi · 6 min · Grand Avenue

Use the left / right / straight lanes.

Turn left onto US 80 Hist

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Van Buren Street

Turn slight right onto North 1st Avenue

0.1 mi · 22 sec · North 1st Avenue

Turn left onto West Adams Street

0.1 mi · 40 sec · West Adams Street

Turn right onto North 1st Street

408 ft · 18 sec · North 1st Street

Turn right onto East Washington Street

453 ft · 15 sec · East Washington Street

Arrive at destination

West Washington Street

Trip Plan

Plan for one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and manage the technical nature of the drive. Since this is a localized route, departing during daylight hours is highly recommended to better navigate the frequent turns and changing road conditions. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge early on, as the $45 estimate may fluctuate based on your specific vehicle and driving style. Given the drive's duration of nearly four hours, try to time your departure to avoid peak local traffic near Phoenix. A helpful tip for this route is to prioritize your route navigation before leaving, as the reliance on local highways means you will encounter many intersections rather than simple, straight-line driving.

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 108.2 miles from Bullhead City, AZ, or about 2h 7m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 80 miles or 1h 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 108.2 miles or 2h 7m 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 35m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phoenix, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bullhead City, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bullhead City, AZ

This is one driving day of about 216.4 miles and 4h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bullhead City, 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 US 93 for about 91.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 108.2 mi from Bullhead City, AZ · 2h 7m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Prescott, AZ

108 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Prescott, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

99.7 mi · 2h 1m

Pacing Suggestions

Kingman, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake Havasu City, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 108.2 miles from Bullhead City, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 93 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.1 miles.

Arriving in Phoenix, AZ

The final approach into Phoenix, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Phoenix, AZ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$43.07 one way

$86.13 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 76 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$45.48	$90.96
premium	$5.59	$47.60	$95.20
diesel	$5.64	$48.08	$96.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	64.9	0	$22.72	$10.39
Efficient EV	54.1	0	$18.94	$8.66
EV Truck/SUV	86.6	1	$30.30	$13.85

Gas CO2

76 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Bullhead City, AZ

Afternoon in Bullhead City on Sunday

Local time

4:13 PM

MST

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Phoenix, AZ

Afternoon in Phoenix on Sunday

Local time

4:13 PM

MST

Current temp

61°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

1 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

4h 37m 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 Bullhead City, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 216.4 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 93, Grand Avenue, Purple Heart Trail. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 108.2 miles from Bullhead City, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.07 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.

The route from Bullhead City, AZ to Phoenix, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Bullhead City, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Phoenix, AZ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bullhead City, AZ

Phoenix, AZ

Same local time

1 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 37m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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