Trip from Fredonia, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

Drive Time

5h 43m

Distance

339.1 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Fredonia, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 339.1 miles and takes about 5h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Main Street, Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway, Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $66.10 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

169.6 miles from Fredonia, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 43m drive with frequent turns across 339.1 miles of local and secondary roads.

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

There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Main Street	0 mi	0m
Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway	0 mi	0m
Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway	0 mi	0m
US 89	0 mi	0m
Cameron–Bitter Springs Highway	0 mi	0m
Flagstaff-Cameron Highway	0 mi	0m
Highway 89	0 mi	0m
Country Club Drive	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: South Main Street — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on West Pratt Street

2

Turn right onto South Main Street

3

Continue on Bitter Springs–Fredonia Highway

4

At the end of the road, turn right onto Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway

5

Continue on US 89

6

Continue on Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway

7

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Cameron–Bitter Springs Highway

8

Exit the rotary onto Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

9

Continue on US Highway 89

10

Continue on Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

11

Turn left onto Country Club Drive

12

Take the exit right

13

Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

14

Take the exit slight right toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff

15

Keep slight left to continue on I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix

16

Merge slight left onto Arizona Veterans Highway

17

Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway

18

Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

19

Continue on North Black Canyon Highway

20

Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

21

Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Central Phoenix, Los Angeles

22

Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Central Phoenix, Tucson

23

Merge slight left onto Papago Freeway

24

Take the exit slight right toward 7th Avenue

25

Keep slight right to continue on 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities

26

Turn straight onto North 7th Avenue

27

Turn left onto West Roosevelt Street

28

Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

29

Keep slight right to continue on North 1st Avenue

30

Turn left onto West Adams Street

31

Turn right onto North 1st Street

32

Turn right onto East Washington Street

33

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 169.6 miles from Fredonia, AZ.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 169.6 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phoenix, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Fredonia, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Fredonia, AZ

This is one driving day of about 339.1 miles and 5h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fredonia, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Sedona, AZ

170 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.

Popular next leg

Sedona, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

116.8 mi · 1h 54m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, AZ.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 169.6 mi from Fredonia, AZ

Page, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sedona, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 169.6 miles from Fredonia, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$4.95	$66.10	$132.20
midgrade	$5.34	$71.26	$142.53
premium	$5.57	$74.31	$148.62
diesel	$6.37	$84.99	$169.98

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 118.6 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Fredonia, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 339.1 miles and takes about 5h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are South Main Street, 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 169.6 miles from Fredonia, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $66.10 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.