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Trip from Kaibito, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ

Drive Time

5h 35m

Distance

272.4 mi

438 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$54

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

12 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 22m ★
6 AM
5h 36m
8 AM
6h 2m
10 AM
5h 45m
12 PM
5h 42m
3 PM
5h 46m
5 PM
6h 1m
8 PM
5h 28m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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census-designated place in Coconino County, Arizona, United States

Kaibito, AZ

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Downtown Tempe Junction, AZ, AZ

Tempe Junction, AZ

Abhishek Navlakha

Trip Overview

The drive from Kaibito, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ covers 272.4 miles and takes about 5h 35m 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, Flagstaff-Cameron Highway, Black Canyon Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 93 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.21 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

136.2 miles from Kaibito, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 9m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 35m drive with frequent turns across 272.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 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 93 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 115.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 272.4 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 115.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 269.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
115.6 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in

Take the exit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
6
120.9 mi into trip | ~2h 53m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
8
269.5 mi into trip | ~5h 28m in

Take the exit toward AZ 143: 48th Street, Broadway Road

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 153 Toward AZ 143: 48th Street, Broadway Road
7
269.7 mi into trip | ~5h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
269.9 mi into trip | ~5h 29m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Towns Along This Route

Between Kaibito, AZ and Tempe Junction, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Phoenix.

Flagstaff

120.7 mi in | ~2h 53m

Phoenix

120.9 mi in | ~2h 53m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Arizona Veterans Highway 93 mi 1h 33m
Flagstaff-Cameron Highway 40.2 mi 48m
Black Canyon Freeway 38.4 mi 42m
Navajo Trail 30.7 mi 35m
Navajo Route 21 19.1 mi 46m
Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway 15.3 mi 18m
Maricopa Freeway 7.3 mi 8m
US Highway 89 6.4 mi 8m
Longest stretch: Arizona Veterans Highway — 93 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kaibito, AZ and Tempe Junction, AZ.

1

Start on Navajo Route 6331

1.2 mi · 2 min · Navajo Route 6331
2

Continue on N21

5.7 mi · 13 min · Navajo Route 21
3

Continue on N21

5.2 mi · 12 min · Navajo Route 21
4

Keep slight left at fork onto N21

8.2 mi · 19 min · Navajo Route 21
5

Turn right onto N6262

2.1 mi · 4 min · Navajo Route 6262
6

Merge onto US 160

31 mi · 35 min · Navajo Trail
7

At end of road, turn left onto US 89

14 mi · 16 min · Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway
8

Continue on US 89

0.3 mi · 26 sec · US 89
9

Continue on US 89

1.4 mi · 2 min · Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway
10

Enter roundabout onto US 89

154 ft · 2 sec · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
11

Continue on US 89

38 mi · 44 min · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
12

Continue on US 89

6.4 mi · 8 min · US Highway 89
13

Continue on US 89

2.3 mi · 4 min · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
14

Turn left onto Country Club Drive

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Country Club Drive
Use the left lane.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Use the right lane.
16

Merge onto I 40

4.7 mi · 5 min · Purple Heart Trail
17

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 17 sec
Toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
18

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
19

Merge onto I 17; AZ 89A

93 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
20

Continue on I 17

5.8 mi · 5 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Continue on I 17

10 mi · 10 min · Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
22

Continue on I 17

3.2 mi · 3 min · North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
23

Continue on I 17

28 mi · 32 min · Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Continue on I 17; US 60

7.1 mi · 8 min · Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Exit 153 Toward AZ 143: 48th Street, Broadway Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Keep slight left at fork

501 ft · 12 sec
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28

Continue on Maricopa Freeway

0.1 mi · 16 sec · Maricopa Freeway
29

Turn left onto East Broadway Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · East Broadway Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
30

Turn left onto South Roosevelt Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Roosevelt Street
Use the left lane.
31

At end of road, turn right onto West 13th Street

0.3 mi · 47 sec · West 13th Street
32

Arrive at destination

West 13th Street

Trip Plan

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 136.2 miles from Kaibito, AZ, or about 3h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93 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 2h 1m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 136.2 miles or 3h 9m 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 37m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kaibito, 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 Kaibito, AZ

This is one driving day of about 272.4 miles and 5h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kaibito, 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 93 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 136.2 mi from Kaibito, AZ · 3h 9m into the drive

Downtown Flagstaff, AZ, AZ

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Flagstaff, AZ

136 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

Flagstaff, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ

153.3 mi · 2h 45m

Pacing Suggestions

Flagstaff, AZ

Fuel and coffee

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

Flagstaff, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.2 miles from Kaibito, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Arizona Veterans Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93 miles.

Arriving in Tempe Junction, AZ

The final approach into Tempe Junction, 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 Tempe Junction, AZ.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Montezuma Castle National Monument

National Monument

Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...

1 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 near mile 169.1
Caution: High Levels of Visitation
View on nps.gov
Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument

National Monument

The lava flow lies on the land like a dream, a wonderland of rock. A thousand years ago the ground was torn open and lava erupted into the sky, forever changing the landscape and the lives of the peop...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour $25 near mile 103.3
View on nps.gov
Walnut Canyon National Monument

Walnut Canyon National Monument

National Monument

Since time immemorial, Indigenous Peoples have lived and traveled throughout Walnut Canyon’s dynamic landscape. Vibrant communities built their homes in the cliffs and farmed along the canyon’s rim. T...

7 mi from route ~16 min detour $25 near mile 112.7
View on nps.gov
Wupatki National Monument

Wupatki National Monument

National Monument

Nestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki National Monument is an unlikely landscape for a thriving community. The early 1100's marked a time of cooler an...

9 mi from route ~22 min detour $25 near mile 84.5
View on nps.gov
Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument

National Monument

Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...

15 mi from route ~37 min detour $10 near mile 169.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$54.21 one way

$108.42 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 95 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.34 $57.25 $114.49
premium $5.59 $59.92 $119.83
diesel $5.64 $60.52 $121.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$54

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$79–$104

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Circle K - Tesla Supercharger

Flagstaff, AZ

Tesla

24 DCFC

Shops at Norterra - Tesla Supercharger

Phoenix, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

The Collective Sedona - Tesla Supercharger

Sedona, AZ

Tesla

14 DCFC

Courtyard Marriott Flagstaff - Tesla Supercharger

Flagstaff, AZ

Tesla

12 DCFC

Shell Gas Station - Tesla Supercharger

New River, AZ

Tesla

10 DCFC

Shell & Subway Travel Center - Tesla Supercharger

Mayer, AZ

Tesla

8 DCFC

Flagstaff, AZ

Flagstaff, AZ

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

6 DCFC

Sedona, AZ

Sedona, AZ

RIVIAN_ADVENTURE

6 DCFC

Tesla: 6 Electrify America: 2 RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 2 Non-Networked: 1 CIRCLE_K: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 81.7 1 $28.60 $13.08
Efficient EV 68.1 0 $23.83 $10.90
EV Truck/SUV 109 1 $38.14 $17.43

Gas CO2

95 kg

EV CO2

32 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 hours ago

Origin

Kaibito, AZ

Morning in Kaibito on Monday

Local time

11:48 AM

MDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Tempe Junction, AZ

Morning in Tempe Junction on Monday

Local time

10:48 AM

MST

Current temp

80°F

Partly Sunny

WSW 0 to 15 mph 12% chance Live forecast

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 7:45PM MST until April 13 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff 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.

Time zone

1 hour earlier

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

39 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 35m 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 Kaibito, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ covers 272.4 miles and takes about 5h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Flagstaff-Cameron Highway, Black Canyon Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.2 miles from Kaibito, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.21 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 17 significant decision points across 272.4 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 115.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 269.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kaibito, AZ and Tempe Junction, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Phoenix.

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