Dolan Springs to Chandler is 247.2 miles and takes about 5h 5m via US 93, Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway, and Grand Avenue, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This journey stays within Arizona's Desert Southwest region, offering a mixed driving experience. Expect a drive that is more than half highway, so you'll cover ground efficiently for much of the trip. It’s a straightforward drive that’s easily manageable in a single day, making it a good option for those looking to get to their destination without an overnight stop.
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
123.6 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 24m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 5m. Total distance: 247.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This drive is a mix, with 52% on highways, giving you stretches of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 91.1 miles on US 93, so plan accordingly for fuel and breaks. You'll experience a varied drive, transitioning between more open highway and what could be considered local roads as you get closer to your destination. The character of the road changes gradually, moving from potentially faster interstate-like conditions to a more varied landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 38 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 35.4 miles in near US 93.
Driving Effort10/10
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 24 significant decision points across 247.2 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 35.4 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 24 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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35.4 mi into trip|~44m 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...
8
57.8 mi into trip|~1h 7m 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
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212.6 mi into trip|~4h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
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233.7 mi into trip|~4h 45m in|US 60
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
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241.3 mi into trip|~4h 54m in
Take the exit toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
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 179
Toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dolan Springs, AZ and Chandler, AZ, road signs point toward Phoenix and Globe.
Phoenix
35.4 mi in|~44m|via US 93
Globe
233.7 mi in|~4h 45m|via US 60
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 93
91.1 mi
1h 46m
Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway
27.3 mi
31m
Grand Avenue
26.6 mi
36m
Purple Heart Trail
22.1 mi
22m
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16.3 mi
24m
Papago Freeway
14.9 mi
17m
Agua Fria Freeway
8.9 mi
10m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
8.7 mi
10m
Longest stretch:
US 93
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dolan Springs, AZ and Chandler, AZ.
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Start on Tom White Drive
351 ft·16 sec·Tom White Drive
2
Turn right onto CR 25
6.1 mi·9 min·Pierce Ferry Road
3
Turn left onto US 93
27 mi·31 min·Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway
4
Continue on US 93
2.0 mi·3 min·West Beale Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto US 93
0.3 mi·37 sec·US 93
Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, PhoenixUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi·22 min·Purple Heart Trail
7
Take the exit onto US 93
91 mi·1 hr 46 min·US 93
Exit 71Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, PhoenixUse the left lane.
8
Merge onto US 93
11 mi·12 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.6 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 93
138 ft·5 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
11
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 93
139 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Continue on US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Continue on US 93
104 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft·8 sec·East Wickenburg Way
19
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
20
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
21
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi·5 min·Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
23
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
20 mi·29 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop South
26
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
8.9 mi·10 min·Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 10 East: PhoenixUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto I 10
10 mi·12 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi·35 sec·Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
30
Continue on I 10
3.2 mi·3 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.2 mi·1 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.8 mi·5 min·Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit onto US 60
7.6 mi·8 min·US 60
Exit 154Toward US 60 East: Mesa, GlobeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 179Toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, ChandlerUse the slight right lane.
35
Turn right onto AZ 87
1.5 mi·2 min·South Country Club Drive
Use the right lane.
36
Continue on AZ 87
4.0 mi·6 min·North Arizona Avenue
Use the left lane.
37
Turn left onto East Chandler Boulevard
149 ft·12 sec·East Chandler Boulevard
Use the left lane.
38
Arrive at destination
East Chandler Boulevard
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 5m estimated duration, leaving in the morning from Dolan Springs is ideal to ensure you have ample daylight. While there's only one recommended stop, it’s wise to break up the longest stretch of 91.1 miles on US 93 with a quick pause. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading into the longer segments. This 247.2-mile trip is very doable in a single day, so you have the flexibility to make spontaneous stops if something catches your eye along the way.
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 123.6 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ, or about 2h 24m 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 54 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.6 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chandler, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dolan Springs, 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 Dolan Springs, AZ
This is one driving day of about 247.2 miles and 5h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Dolan Springs, 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 123.6 mi from Dolan Springs, AZ
· 2h 24m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Experience outdoor thrills, striking landscapes, and brilliant blue waters. This year-round recreation area spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast reservoirs. Vis...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
$25
Danger: A harmful algal bloom (HAB) has been detected in Government Wash
An Ancestral Sonoran Desert People's farming community and "Great House" are preserved at Casa Grande Ruins. Whether a gathering place for people or simply a waypoint marker in an extensive system of...
28 mi from route
~70 min detour
Free
near mile 247.2
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$49.25 one way
$98.49 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$52.12
$104.23
premium
$5.59
$54.41
$108.83
diesel
$5.61
$54.58
$109.16
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$49
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$74–$99
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.2
0
$25.96
$11.87
Efficient EV
61.8
0
$21.63
$9.89
EV Truck/SUV
98.9
1
$34.61
$15.82
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Dolan Springs, AZ
Morning
in Dolan Springs on Friday
Local time
10:58 AM
MST
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Chandler, AZ
Morning
in Chandler on Friday
Local time
10:58 AM
MST
Current temp
90°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
12 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
5h 5m 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 Dolan Springs, AZ to Chandler, AZ covers 247.2 miles and takes about 5h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 93, Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway, Grand Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 123.6 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $49.25 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 247.2 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 35.4 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 212.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Dolan Springs, AZ and Chandler, AZ, road signs point toward Phoenix and Globe.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Lake Mead National Recreation Area and Casa Grande Ruins National Monument.
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.
