Origin
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Afternoon in Lake Havasu City on Monday
Local time
12:15 PM
MST
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Havasu City, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ
Drive Time
3h 54m
Distance
210 mi
338 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lake Havasu City, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 210 miles and takes about 3h 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway, Agua Fria Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.7 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.79 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
105 miles from Lake Havasu City, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 54m drive with frequent turns across 210 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.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 104.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near North Acoma Boulevard.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 54m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Acoma Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 75 miles (I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Acoma Boulevard
Turn left onto North Acoma Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
3.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
Turn left onto AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
75 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
187.8 mi into trip
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~3h 27m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 133B
7
208.6 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward 35th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward 35th Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | 104.7 mi | 1h 45m |
| Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway | 54.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| Agua Fria Freeway | 19.7 mi | 22m |
| Papago Freeway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Riverside Drive | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| Rio Vista Highway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| North Acoma Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| North Central Boulevard | 3.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 104.7 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Havasu City, AZ and Deer Valley, AZ.
1
Start on Mescal Loop
51 ft
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7 sec
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Mescal Loop
2
Turn left onto Smoketree Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
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Smoketree Avenue North
3
Turn left onto North Acoma Boulevard
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North Acoma Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Turn left onto AZ 95
17 mi
·
20 min
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Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on AZ 95
7.1 mi
·
8 min
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Riverside Drive
6
Turn straight onto AZ 95
6.6 mi
·
7 min
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Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
7
Continue on AZ 95
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Rio Vista Highway
8
Turn left onto AZ 95
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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California Avenue
9
Continue on AZ 95
11 mi
·
13 min
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Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
10
Continue on AZ 95
20 mi
·
22 min
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Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
11
Continue on AZ 95
3.1 mi
·
3 min
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North Central Boulevard
12
Turn left onto I 10 BUS
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
13
Turn right onto I 10 Bus
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Riggles Road
14
Take the ramp onto I 10 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 Business
15
Merge onto I 10
105 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 10
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 133B
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on AZ 101 Loop
20 mi
·
22 min
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Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 22
Toward 35th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto West Beardsley Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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West Beardsley Road
21
Turn left onto North 35th Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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North 35th Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22
Arrive at destination
North 35th Avenue
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 105 miles from Lake Havasu City, AZ, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.7 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 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105 miles or 2h 2m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deer Valley, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lake Havasu City, 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 Lake Havasu City, AZ
This is one driving day of about 210 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lake Havasu City, 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 Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 104.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105 mi from Lake Havasu City, AZ · 2h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
105 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105 miles from Lake Havasu City, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.7 miles.
Arriving in Deer Valley, AZ
The final approach into Deer Valley, 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 Deer Valley, AZ.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.79 one way
$83.59 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $44.13 | $88.27 |
| premium | $5.59 | $46.19 | $92.38 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.65 | $93.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 73.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63 | 0 | $22.05 | $10.08 |
| Efficient EV | 52.5 | 0 | $18.38 | $8.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84 | 1 | $29.40 | $13.44 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
25 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.
Destination
Deer Valley, AZ
Afternoon in Deer Valley on Monday
Local time
12:15 PM
MST
Current temp
58°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
6 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
3h 54m 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 Lake Havasu City, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 210 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway, Agua Fria Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105 miles from Lake Havasu City, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.79 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 54m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (North Acoma Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles (AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 75 miles (I 10 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lake Havasu City, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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