Origin
Flagstaff, AZ
Morning in Flagstaff on Saturday
Local time
9:58 AM
MST
Current temp
64°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Flagstaff, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
56.9 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
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flagstaff, AZ
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Camp Verde, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Flagstaff, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 3m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arizona Veterans Highway, Finnie Flat Road, South Milton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.1 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Starting in Flagstaff, AZ
Full guide →Flagstaff is a city of over 75,000 people (2019) near the San Francisco Peaks mountain range of northern Arizona and the Grand Canyon. At an altitude of 6,990 ft (2,130 m), Flagstaff and much of the surrounding region are substantially cooler than the low desert that dominates the southern part of the state. Though still dry by east coast standards, enough rain and snow falls in the area to allow a forest of ponderosa pine trees to cover the landscape. Winters tend to be cold, and heavy snowfall is expected on an annual basis.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 56.9 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 1h 3m drive with frequent turns across 56.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 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 52.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,991 ft
3,150 ft
Total Climb
185 ft
Total Descent
3,935 ft
Highest Point
6,991 ft
~4.1 mi in
Elevation Range
3,842 ft
Notable High Points
6,991 ft at ~4.1 miles
+91 ft prominence
6,691 ft at ~16.3 miles
+23 ft prominence
6,435 ft at ~28.4 miles
+71 ft prominence
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 0.1 miles in near South Milton Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flagstaff, AZ to Camp Verde, 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 0.1 miles (South Milton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.4 miles (AZ 260 / Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South Milton Road
Turn slight left onto South Milton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
54 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward Finnie Flat, 260 to 89a, Cottonwood, Payson, Jerome
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Finnie Flat, 260 to 89a, Cottonwood, Pay...
4
54.4 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
AZ 260 / Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway
Turn left onto AZ 260 / Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
54.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road
Continue onto AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
54.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road
Enter roundabout onto AZ 260 / Finnie Flat Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flagstaff, AZ and Camp Verde, AZ, road signs point toward Finnie Flat, 260 To 89A, Cottonwood, Payson and Jerome.
Finnie Flat
54 mi in
|
~57m
260 To 89A
54 mi in
|
~57m
Cottonwood
54 mi in
|
~57m
Payson
54 mi in
|
~57m
Jerome
54 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 52.1 mi | 52m |
| Finnie Flat Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| South Milton Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Historic Route 66 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 52.1 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flagstaff, AZ and Camp Verde, AZ.
1
Start on US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
500 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Historic Route 66
2
Turn slight left onto South Milton Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Milton Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on I 17; AZ 79
52 mi
·
52 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
Toward Finnie Flat, 260 to 89a, Cottonwood, Payson, Jerome
5
Turn left onto AZ 260
468 ft
·
12 sec
·
Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Continue on AZ 260
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Finnie Flat Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Enter roundabout onto AZ 260
122 ft
·
1 sec
·
Finnie Flat Road
8
Continue on AZ 260
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Finnie Flat Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto Finnie Flat Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Finnie Flat Road
10
Continue on South Main Street
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
South Main Street
11
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Flagstaff, AZ · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Flagstaff, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Camp Verde, AZ
The final approach into Camp Verde, 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
$11.34 one way
$22.67 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $12.00 | $23.99 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.52 | $25.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
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.
Destination
Camp Verde, AZ
Morning in Camp Verde on Saturday
Local time
9:58 AM
MST
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
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 Flagstaff, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ covers 56.9 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 28.4 miles from Flagstaff, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.34 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 Flagstaff, AZ to Camp Verde, 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 0.1 miles (South Milton Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 54 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.4 miles (AZ 260 / Camp Verde-Bridgeport Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Flagstaff, AZ and Camp Verde, AZ, road signs point toward Finnie Flat, 260 To 89A, Cottonwood, Payson and Jerome.
High-altitude sections with notable climbs. The route ranges from 3,150 ft to 6,991 ft elevation with about 185 ft of total climbing. There are 3 notable high points along the way.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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