Origin
Deer Valley, AZ
Afternoon in Deer Valley on Sunday
Local time
4:59 PM
MST
Current temp
58°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Deer Valley, AZ to Fredonia, AZ
Drive Time
6h 19m
Distance
321 mi
517 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$64
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 7m
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6 AM
6h 20m
8 AM
6h 45m
10 AM
6h 29m
12 PM
6h 26m
3 PM
6h 30m
5 PM
6h 44m
8 PM
6h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deer Valley, AZ
Line Knipst
Fredonia, AZ
Zsolt Pujsz
Trip Overview
Traveling from Deer Valley to Fredonia spans 321 miles and requires approximately 6 hours and 19 minutes of driving time. Since the entire journey remains within the Desert Southwest region, you will experience a consistent environment as you head north. This trip is manageable as a single-day excursion, though the duration makes it a full commitment behind the wheel. You should budget roughly $64 for fuel to complete the trek. Given the distance, it is a straightforward drive that works best when you are prepared for a long day on the road.
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
160.5 miles from Deer Valley, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 54m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a simple interstate cruise. Only 9% of this route consists of traditional highways, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local stretches. You will cover 90.6 miles on the Arizona Veterans Highway, which marks the longest uninterrupted leg of your journey. As you transition onto the Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway and the Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway, the road conditions shift to reflect a more technical, winding experience. Prepare for a dynamic drive that keeps you engaged throughout the duration of the trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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 90.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near West Pinnacle Peak Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 321 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (West Pinnacle Peak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Pinnacle Peak Road
At end of road, turn right onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
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~4m in
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North Black Canyon Highway
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.6 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge onto I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
130.5 mi into trip
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~2h 16m in
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US 180; I 40 Bus / Country Club Drive
Turn left onto US 180; I 40 Bus / Country Club Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
131 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
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US 89 / Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
Turn right onto US 89 / Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Fredonia, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Albuquerque along the way.
Albuquerque
124.6 mi in
|
~2h 9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 90.6 mi | 1h 31m |
| Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway | 83.6 mi | 1h 53m |
| Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway | 58 mi | 1h 8m |
| Flagstaff-Cameron Highway | 40.1 mi | 47m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 21.9 mi | 22m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| US Highway 89 | 6.4 mi | 8m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 5.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 90.6 mi, about 1h 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley, AZ and Fredonia, AZ.
1
Start on North 35th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North 35th Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
1.3 mi
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2 min
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West Pinnacle Peak Road
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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North Black Canyon Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 17 North
5
Merge onto I 17
22 mi
·
22 min
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Black Canyon Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on I 17
8.9 mi
·
9 min
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Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 17
13 mi
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13 min
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Arizona Veterans Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17
77 mi
·
1 hr 17 min
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Arizona Veterans Highway
9
Continue on I 17; AZ 89A
0.6 mi
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43 sec
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Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 40 East, Albuquerque
11
Merge onto I 40
5.1 mi
·
5 min
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Purple Heart Trail
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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35 sec
Toward US 89 North: Page
13
Turn left onto US 180; I 40 Bus
0.5 mi
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50 sec
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Country Club Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Turn right onto US 89
2.3 mi
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3 min
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Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on US 89
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
US Highway 89
Use the none lane.
16
Continue on US 89
38 mi
·
44 min
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Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
17
Enter roundabout onto US 89
156 ft
·
2 sec
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Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway
18
Continue on US 89
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway
19
Continue on US 89
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 89
20
Continue on US 89
57 mi
·
1 hr 6 min
·
Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway
21
Turn left onto US 89A
84 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
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Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway
22
Continue on US 89A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
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South Main Street
23
Turn left onto AZ 389
47 ft
·
1 sec
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West Pratt Street
24
Arrive at destination
AZ 389
Trip Plan
Planning a departure early in the morning is your best strategy to navigate the 321-mile distance before the sun sets. While you only have one planned stop, take advantage of it to stretch your legs and ensure your fuel levels remain sufficient for the rural stretches ahead. Because this route relies heavily on local roads, keep a close watch on your speed and navigation as conditions change between the main highway segments. Since the route is manageable in one day, focus your energy on maintaining a steady pace rather than rushing through the technical sections. Always double-check your fuel gauge before leaving the more populated areas of Deer Valley to avoid any concerns on the remote portions of the drive.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 160.5 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, or about 2h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 90.6 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 160.5 miles or 2h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fredonia, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deer Valley, 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 Deer Valley, AZ
This is one driving day of about 321 miles and 6h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Deer Valley, 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 Arizona Veterans Highway for about 90.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 160.5 mi from Deer Valley, AZ · 2h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
161 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 160.5 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Arizona Veterans Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 90.6 miles.
Arriving in Fredonia, AZ
The final approach into Fredonia, 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 Fredonia, 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
$63.88 one way
$127.77 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
112 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $67.46 | $134.92 |
| premium | $5.59 | $70.61 | $141.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $71.32 | $142.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$64
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$89–$114
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 112.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 96.3 | 1 | $33.71 | $15.41 |
| Efficient EV | 80.3 | 0 | $28.09 | $12.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 128.4 | 1 | $44.94 | $20.54 |
Gas CO2
112 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Destination
Fredonia, AZ
Afternoon in Fredonia on Sunday
Local time
4:59 PM
MST
Current temp
37°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
21 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
6h 19m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Fredonia, AZ covers 321 miles and takes about 6h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway, Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 160.5 miles from Deer Valley, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $63.88 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 321 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (West Pinnacle Peak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.6 miles (I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Fredonia, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Albuquerque along the way.
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