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23m
Distance
13.5 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phoenix, AZ
Carter Marchant
Peoria, AZ
Boris Hamer
Traveling from Phoenix to Peoria is a quick, 13.5-mile journey that typically takes about 23 minutes to complete. Because this is a short local trip within the Desert Southwest, you won't need to worry about overnight stays; it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You will navigate primarily via North 7th Avenue, Grand Avenue, and West Jefferson Street rather than relying on major interstate highways. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical way to traverse the region. It is a straightforward route that serves as a practical connection between two neighboring desert communities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6.7 miles from Phoenix, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you make your way through the urban landscape. Unlike a monotonous interstate grind, this route requires your full attention as you navigate city streets. The drive consists entirely of local roads, meaning there is zero highway share for the duration of the trip. Since there are no designated stops along the way, you can anticipate a continuous, albeit stop-and-go, experience behind the wheel. The character of the road is defined by its reliance on surface streets, providing a direct, hands-on driving experience without the high-speed stretches found on larger thoroughfares.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Phoenix, AZ to Peoria, AZ is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Phoenix, AZ to Peoria, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 7th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Grand Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Jefferson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 82nd Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North 83rd Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix, AZ and Peoria, AZ.
Start on West Washington Street
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
Turn slight left onto Grand Avenue
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
Continue on West Jefferson Street
Turn right onto North 82nd Avenue
Turn right onto North 83rd Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Given the short 23-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since this is a local commute, you won't need to plan for major rest stops or extensive refueling breaks. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local infrastructure like Grand Avenue and West Jefferson Street, you should prepare for typical city traffic patterns that might fluctuate throughout the day. Your best bet is to check your navigation app before pulling out of the driveway to account for any unexpected local congestion. Budgeting $3 for fuel ensures you have enough to cover the modest distance, allowing you to focus on reaching your destination efficiently.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 13.5 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, AZ
This is one driving day of about 13.5 miles and 23m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.7 mi from Phoenix, AZ · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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.
A short stop after about 13.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 6.7 miles from Phoenix, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Peoria, 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 Peoria, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$2.69 one way
$5.37 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $2.84 | $5.67 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.97 | $5.94 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.42 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Phoenix on Monday
Local time
12:08 PM
MST
Current temp
63°F
Mostly Cloudy
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 12 at 7:45PM MST until April 13 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Destination
Afternoon in Peoria on Monday
Local time
12:08 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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