Origin
Phoenix, AZ
Night in Phoenix on Tuesday
Local time
10:31 PM
MST
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Phoenix, AZ to Beaver Dam, AZ
Data updated 6 minutes ago
Drive Time
7h 31m
Distance
372.6 mi
600 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$74
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 21m
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6 AM
7h 32m
8 AM
7h 52m
10 AM
7h 39m
12 PM
7h 37m
3 PM
7h 40m
5 PM
7h 51m
8 PM
7h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phoenix, AZ
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Beaver Dam, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 372.6-mile journey from Phoenix to Beaver Dam, Arizona, will take approximately 7 hours and 31 minutes of driving time. You'll primarily navigate the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway and the Las Vegas Freeway, with a portion of the Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway. Given the duration and distance, this drive is best suited for a single, full day of travel, but factor in a $74 fuel cost. The route stays within the Desert Southwest region, offering a consistent arid landscape. With two recommended stops, you can break up the drive effectively.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
186.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" profile for this route, meaning you'll encounter numerous turns and changes in road type. While 23% of the journey utilizes highways, the majority is on local roads, suggesting a more intimate connection with the landscape. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 106.7 miles on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway. This segment likely offers a more open-road feel before you transition back to more varied road conditions as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 45 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 106.7 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 182.7 miles in near US 93.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 28 significant decision points across 372.6 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 182.7 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 254.4 miles (US 93 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 28 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
182.7 mi into trip
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~3h 51m in
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US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
6
183 mi into trip
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~3h 52m in
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US 93
Turn slight right onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
8
254.4 mi into trip
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~5h 16m in
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US 93 BUS
Take the exit onto US 93 BUS toward US 93 BUS North, NV 172 East: Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead
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 2
Toward US 93 BUS North, NV 172 East: Boulder Ci...
8
254.6 mi into trip
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~5h 16m in
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US 93 BUS
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93 BUS toward US 93 BUS North: Boulder City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 2
Toward US 93 BUS North: Boulder City
7
281.8 mi into trip
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~5h 52m in
Take the exit toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 72
Toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Phoenix, AZ and Beaver Dam, AZ, road signs point toward Las Vegas, Hoover Dam and Lake Mead.
Las Vegas
182.7 mi in
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~3h 51m
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via US 93
Hoover Dam
254.4 mi in
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~5h 16m
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via US 93 BUS
Lake Mead
254.4 mi in
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~5h 16m
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via US 93 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wickenburg–Kingman Highway | 106.7 mi | 2h 9m |
| Las Vegas Freeway | 73.3 mi | 1h 13m |
| Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway | 66.2 mi | 1h 16m |
| Grand Avenue | 41.7 mi | 1h 2m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 21.5 mi | 21m |
| Purple Heart Highway | 17.6 mi | 20m |
| Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway | 9 mi | 10m |
| Veterans Memorial Highway | 8.1 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
— 106.7 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix, AZ and Beaver Dam, AZ.
1
Start on West Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Washington Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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North 7th Avenue
3
Turn slight left onto Grand Avenue
34 mi
·
53 min
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Grand Avenue
Use the left / slight left / straight lanes.
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
159 ft
·
3 sec
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Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
5
Continue on US 60
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Avenue
6
Continue on US 60
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
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Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
7
Continue on US 60
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
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Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
8
Continue on US 60
6.3 mi
·
7 min
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Grand Avenue
9
Continue on US 60
0.5 mi
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31 sec
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Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway
10
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
11
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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East Wickenburg Way
12
Enter roundabout onto US 93
2 ft
·
0 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
17
Enter roundabout onto US 93
100 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
18
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
19
Enter roundabout onto US 93
155 ft
·
6 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
20
Continue on US 93
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
21
Turn left onto US 93
112 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
101 mi
·
1 hr 58 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
23
Continue on US 93
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
Wickenburg-Kingman Highway
24
Take the exit onto US 93
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
US 93
Toward I 40 West
25
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi
·
21 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
26
Take the exit onto US 93
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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US 93
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
27
Turn slight right onto US 93
222 ft
·
7 sec
·
US 93
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Use the right lane.
28
Merge onto US 93
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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West Beale Street
Use the right lane.
29
Continue on US 93
66 mi
·
1 hr 16 min
·
Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway
Use the right lane.
30
Continue on US 93
3.4 mi
·
4 min
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Hoover Dam Bypass
31
Take the exit onto US 93 BUS
0.2 mi
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20 sec
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US 93 BUS
Exit 2
Toward US 93 BUS North, NV 172 East: Boulder City, Hoover Dam, Lake Mead
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93 BUS
6.0 mi
·
10 min
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US 93 BUS
Exit 2
Toward US 93 BUS North: Boulder City
Use the right lane.
33
Continue on US 93 BUS
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Boulder City Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on I 11; US 93; US 95
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Purple Heart Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 72
Toward NV 159: Charleston Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
36
Turn right onto NV 159
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Charleston Boulevard
37
Turn left onto South Lamb Boulevard
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
South Lamb Boulevard
Use the left lane.
38
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 15 North: Salt Lake City
39
Merge onto I 15; US 93
73 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
Las Vegas Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Continue on I 15
8.1 mi
·
8 min
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Veterans Memorial Highway
41
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 8
Toward Beaver Dam, Littlefield
42
Turn left onto CR 91
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Highway 91
43
Turn right
332 ft
·
26 sec
44
At end of road, turn left
412 ft
·
30 sec
45
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 7.5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Phoenix to maximize daylight. With only two stops planned, be strategic about when you fuel up and take breaks, especially since the longest stretch without a significant break is over 100 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spread out in the Desert Southwest. The "turn-heavy" nature of the drive means paying attention to navigation is key, so ensure your GPS is set up before you leave.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 186.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.7 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 82 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 186.3 miles or 3h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaver Dam, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Phoenix, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Phoenix, AZ
This is one driving day of about 372.6 miles and 7h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 82 miles from Phoenix, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway for about 106.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 186.3 mi from Phoenix, AZ · 3h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
186 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 82 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 186.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Wickenburg–Kingman Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.7 miles.
Arriving in Beaver Dam, AZ
The final approach into Beaver Dam, 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 Beaver Dam, 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
$74.23 one way
$148.45 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
130 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $78.55 | $157.11 |
| premium | $5.59 | $82.02 | $164.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $82.27 | $164.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$74
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 130.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 111.8 | 1 | $39.12 | $17.88 |
| Efficient EV | 93.2 | 1 | $32.60 | $14.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 149 | 1 | $52.16 | $23.85 |
Gas CO2
130 kg
EV CO2
44 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.
Destination
Beaver Dam, AZ
Night in Beaver Dam on Tuesday
Local time
10:31 PM
MST
Current temp
51°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
10 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
7h 31m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Phoenix, AZ to Beaver Dam, AZ covers 372.6 miles and takes about 7h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, Las Vegas Freeway, Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 186.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $74.23 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks 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 28 significant decision points across 372.6 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 182.7 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 254.4 miles (US 93 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Phoenix, AZ and Beaver Dam, AZ, road signs point toward Las Vegas, Hoover Dam and Lake Mead.
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