Trip from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 3m

Distance

57.3 mi

92 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 15 min

4 AM

0h 59m ★

6 AM

1h 4m

8 AM

1h 14m

10 AM

1h 7m

12 PM

1h 6m

3 PM

1h 8m

5 PM

1h 13m

8 PM

1h 1m

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

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Trip Overview

This 57.3-mile drive from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ takes about 1 hour and 3 minutes and is best suited as a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate Arizona Veterans Highway, Finnie Flat Road, and South Milton Road, with no highway driving, suggesting a more local feel. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, making it an economical choice for a quick journey. Both your starting and ending points are within the Desert Southwest region, so expect consistent arid landscapes. This route offers a straightforward connection between two Arizona destinations, perfect for a direct transfer or a short excursion.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 57.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with a 0% highway share. The majority of your travel, a 52-mile stretch, will be on Arizona Veterans Highway. This means you’ll likely experience varied road conditions and speeds typical of local and rural roads rather than a high-speed interstate. The absence of long highway segments suggests a more engaged driving experience, potentially with more frequent turns and adjustments as you transition between the listed main roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Arizona Veterans Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 52 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in near AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

4 of 4 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

3

1.5 mi into trip | ~3m in | AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road

Continue onto AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

4

2.2 mi into trip | ~4m in | AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road

Enter roundabout onto AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4

2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the ramp

Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

3

2.8 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway

Merge onto I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Arizona Veterans Highway	52 mi	52m
Finnie Flat Road	2.2 mi	4m
South Milton Road	1.8 mi	4m
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway	0.6 mi	<1m
South Main Street	0.2 mi	<1m
West Historic Route 66	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Arizona Veterans Highway — 52 mi, about 52m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Camp Verde, AZ and Flagstaff, AZ.

1

Start on South Main Street

0.2 mi · 16 sec · South Main Street

2

Continue on Finnie Flat Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · Finnie Flat Road

3

Continue on AZ 260

0.7 mi · 1 min · Finnie Flat Road

Use the straight lane.

4

Enter roundabout onto AZ 260

108 ft · 1 sec · Finnie Flat Road

5

Continue on AZ 260

0.1 mi · 9 sec · Finnie Flat Road

6

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Use the slight right lane.

7

Merge onto I 17

52 mi · 51 min · Arizona Veterans Highway

8

Continue on I 17; AZ 89A

0.6 mi · 43 sec · Prescott–Flagstaff Highway

9

Continue on I 17; AZ 89A

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Arizona Veterans Highway

10

Continue on AZ 89A

1.8 mi · 4 min · South Milton Road

Use the straight lane.

11

Continue on I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist

449 ft · 14 sec · West Historic Route 66

12

Arrive at destination

US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.7 mi from Camp Verde, AZ · 31m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Munds Park, AZ

29 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Big Park, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Munds Park, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.7 miles from Camp Verde, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Flagstaff, AZ

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

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.41 one way

$22.83 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$12.08	$24.16
premium	$5.59	$12.61	$25.23
diesel	$5.61	$12.65	$25.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	17.2	$6.02	$2.75
Efficient EV	14.3	$5.01	$2.29
EV Truck/SUV	22.9	$8.02	$3.67

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Camp Verde, AZ

Afternoon in Camp Verde on Friday

Local time

4:09 PM

MST

Current temp

75°F

Sunny

NW 5 to 12 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 4:56AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 4:56AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

Destination

Flagstaff, AZ

Afternoon in Flagstaff on Friday

Local time

4:09 PM

MST

Current temp

58°F

Sunny

NE 14 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 4:56AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 17 at 4:56AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV

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

17 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

1h 3m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ covers 57.3 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Finnie Flat Road, South Milton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 28.7 miles from Camp Verde, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.41 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.

The drive from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ is easy. At 1h 3m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles (AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Camp Verde, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Montezuma Castle National Monument, Walnut Canyon National Monument and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument. There are 5 parks within detour distance of this route.

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.

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Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Flagstaff, AZ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Camp Verde, AZ

Flagstaff, AZ

Same local time

17 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 3m on the road

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