Trip from Page, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

Drive Time

5h 18m

Distance

277.3 mi

446 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$55

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 5m ★

6 AM

5h 19m

8 AM

5h 45m

10 AM

5h 28m

12 PM

5h 25m

3 PM

5h 29m

5 PM

5h 44m

8 PM

5h 10m

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

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Page, AZ

András Nyemczovszky

Phoenix, AZ

Carter Marchant

Trip Overview

Traveling from Page to Phoenix spans 279.1 miles and takes approximately 4 hours and 20 minutes of drive time. Since this trek stays entirely within the Desert Southwest region of Arizona, you will experience a consistent high-desert environment throughout the journey. It is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting about $54 for fuel will cover your transit from start to finish. Because this path relies on local roads rather than high-speed interstates, it functions best as a focused, direct drive to get you between these two points efficiently.

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

138.6 miles from Page, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 52m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will begin your journey navigating Aspen Street and South Lake Powell Boulevard before transitioning onto Highway South. With a highway share of 0%, this route lacks the monotonous, high-speed stretches found on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on Aspen Street, highlighting the technical, winding nature of this path. Transitioning between these local roads creates a dynamic experience that keeps you engaged with the steering rather than cruising on autopilot.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 33 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?

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 0.6 miles in near South Lake Powell Boulevard.

Route Complexity 9/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 277.3 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 0.6 miles (South Lake Powell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 273.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 274 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 22 key points

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

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | South Lake Powell Boulevard

At end of road, turn right onto South Lake Powell Boulevard

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

273.8 mi into trip | ~5h 11m in

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

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 200A Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Central Phoenix, L...

274 mi into trip | ~5h 11m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Central Phoenix, Tucson

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 10 East: Central Phoenix, Tucson

275.4 mi into trip | ~5h 13m in

Take the exit toward 7th Avenue

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 144A Toward 7th Avenue

275.7 mi into trip | ~5h 14m in

Keep slight right at fork toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State Universi...

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Page, AZ to Phoenix, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Flagstaff along the way.

Flagstaff

135.3 mi in | ~2h 47m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Arizona Veterans Highway	93 mi	1h 33m
US 89	81.1 mi	1h 37m
Flagstaff-Cameron Highway	40.2 mi	48m
Black Canyon Freeway	35.3 mi	38m
US Highway 89	6.4 mi	8m
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway	5.8 mi	5m
Purple Heart Trail	4.7 mi	5m
North Black Canyon Highway	3.2 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Arizona Veterans Highway — 93 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Page, AZ and Phoenix, AZ.

Start on South Navajo Drive

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Navajo Drive

Turn left onto Aspen Street

0.1 mi · 23 sec · Aspen Street

At end of road, turn right onto South Lake Powell Boulevard

1.2 mi · 2 min · South Lake Powell Boulevard

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto US 89

0.3 mi · 29 sec · Highway South

Use the left lane.

Enter roundabout onto US 89

160 ft · 3 sec · US 89

Toward US 89 South

Continue on US 89

81 mi · 1 hr 37 min · US 89

Toward US 89 South

Enter roundabout onto US 89

154 ft · 2 sec · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

Continue on US 89

38 mi · 44 min · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

Continue on US 89

6.4 mi · 8 min · US Highway 89

Continue on US 89

2.3 mi · 4 min · Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

Turn left onto Country Club Drive

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Country Club Drive

Use the left lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec

Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 40

4.7 mi · 5 min · Purple Heart Trail

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 17 sec

Toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min

Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix

Merge onto I 17; AZ 89A

93 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Arizona Veterans Highway

Continue on I 17

5.8 mi · 5 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 17

10 mi · 10 min · Black Canyon Freeway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on I 17

3.2 mi · 3 min · North Black Canyon Highway

Use the slight right lane.

Continue on I 17

25 mi · 28 min · Black Canyon Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 15 sec

Exit 200A Toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Central Phoenix, Los Angeles Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min

Toward I 10 East: Central Phoenix, Tucson Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 10

0.6 mi · 41 sec · Papago Freeway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Exit 144A Toward 7th Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities Use the slight left / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto North 7th Avenue

445 ft · 16 sec · North 7th Avenue

Turn left onto West Roosevelt Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Roosevelt Street

Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

29 ft · 0 sec · North 1st Avenue

Keep slight right at fork onto North 1st Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North 1st Avenue

Turn left onto West Adams Street

0.1 mi · 40 sec · West Adams Street

Turn right onto North 1st Street

408 ft · 18 sec · North 1st Street

Turn right onto East Washington Street

453 ft · 15 sec · East Washington Street

Arrive at destination

West Washington Street

Trip Plan

Plan for a full day of travel to ensure you can navigate the turns comfortably without feeling rushed. Since this route features only one stop, you should identify your rest break early to keep your energy levels consistent over the 4h 20m duration. Given the nature of the local roads, departing in the morning light will give you the best visibility for the winding sections. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the initial miles in Page, as the $54 cost estimate assumes steady movement. Use the flexibility of this shorter trip to adjust your departure time based on local traffic patterns to ensure a smooth transition from the high desert into the Phoenix area.

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 138.6 miles from Page, AZ, or about 2h 52m 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 1h 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 138.6 miles or 2h 52m 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 21m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Page, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Page, AZ

This is one driving day of about 277.3 miles and 5h 18m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Page, 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 138.6 mi from Page, AZ · 2h 52m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Sedona, AZ

139 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

115.6 mi · 2h 14m

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 138.6 miles from Page, 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 Phoenix, AZ

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.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$55.19 one way

$110.37 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 97 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$58.28	$116.55
premium	$5.59	$61.00	$121.99
diesel	$5.64	$61.61	$123.21

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$55

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$80–$105

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 97 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	83.2	1	$29.12	$13.31
Efficient EV	69.3	0	$24.26	$11.09
EV Truck/SUV	110.9	1	$38.82	$17.75

Gas CO2

97 kg

EV CO2

32 kg (67% 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 days ago

Origin

Page, AZ

Afternoon in Page on Sunday

Local time

4:38 PM

MST

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Phoenix, AZ

Afternoon in Phoenix on Sunday

Local time

4:38 PM

MST

Current temp

61°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

13 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 18m 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 Page, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 277.3 miles and takes about 5h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, US 89, Flagstaff-Cameron Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 138.6 miles from Page, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $55.19 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.