The drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Salome, AZ covers 101.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway, Grand Avenue, Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48 miles on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.16 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.
Midpoint
50.6 miles from Deer Valley, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 101.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 9m drive with frequent turns across 101.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 48 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 1 miles in near West Beardsley Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 101.2 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 1 miles (West Beardsley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip|~1m in|West Beardsley Road
Turn right onto West Beardsley Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in|AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward Bell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward Bell Road
8
8.4 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Bell Road, Surprise Stadium
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward Bell Road, Surprise Stadium
5
14.9 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the ramp toward US-60 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US-60 West
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Salome, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Surprise Stadium along the way.
Surprise Stadium
8.4 mi in|~10m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway
48 mi
56m
Grand Avenue
21 mi
26m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
9 mi
10m
East Wickenburg Way
7.2 mi
11m
Agua Fria Freeway
6.6 mi
7m
West Bell Road
6.4 mi
11m
North 35th Avenue
1 mi
1m
Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway
— 48 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley, AZ and Salome, AZ.
1
Start on North 35th Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·North 35th Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Beardsley Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·West Beardsley Road
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
4
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
6.6 mi·7 min·Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·34 sec
Exit 14Toward Bell RoadUse the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·9 sec
Toward Bell Road, Surprise StadiumUse the right lane.
7
Turn straight onto West Bell Road
6.4 mi·11 min·West Bell Road
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·1 min
Toward US-60 WestUse the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 60
14 mi·17 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
159 ft·3 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
11
Continue on US 60
0.9 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
12
Continue on US 60
0.2 mi·15 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
13
Continue on US 60
0.1 mi·8 sec·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
14
Continue on US 60
6.3 mi·7 min·Grand Avenue
15
Continue on US 60
0.5 mi·31 sec·Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway
16
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
17
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
18
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft·8 sec·East Wickenburg Way
19
Continue on US 60
5.8 mi·8 min·East Wickenburg Way
20
Continue on US 60
48 mi·56 min·Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway
21
Continue on US 60
0.2 mi·23 sec·Avenue A
22
Arrive at destination
US 60
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.6 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.6 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Salome, 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 101.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Deer Valley, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway for about 48 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.6 mi from Deer Valley, AZ
· 1h 10m into the drive
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.4
0
$10.63
$4.86
Efficient EV
25.3
0
$8.86
$4.05
EV Truck/SUV
40.5
0
$14.17
$6.48
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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 15, 2026
Origin
Deer Valley, AZ
Evening
in Deer Valley on Thursday
Local time
6:46 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Salome, AZ
Evening
in Salome on Thursday
Local time
6:46 PM
MST
Current temp
52°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
36 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
2h 9m 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 Deer Valley, AZ to Salome, AZ covers 101.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway, Grand Avenue, Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.6 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 $20.16 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 101.2 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 1 miles (West Beardsley Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Salome, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Surprise Stadium along the way.
