Trip from Phoenix, AZ to Page, AZ

Drive Time

5h 17m

Distance

277.9 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Long day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Phoenix, AZ to Page, AZ covers 277.9 miles and takes about 5h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on West Washington Street, West Adams Street, I 17 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.17 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

139 miles from Phoenix, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 5h 17m drive with frequent turns across 277.9 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

West Washington Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
West Washington Street	0 mi	0m
West Adams Street	0 mi	0m
I 17 North	0 mi	0m
Black Canyon Freeway	0 mi	0m
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway	0 mi	0m
Arizona Veterans Highway	0 mi	0m
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway	0 mi	0m
I 40 East	0 mi	0m

Longest stretch: West Washington Street — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on West Washington Street

2

Keep slight right to continue on West Washington Street

3

Continue on West Adams Street

4

Take the ramp slight right toward I 17 North, US 60 West: Flagstaff

5

Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway

6

Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway

7

Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway

8

Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway

9

Continue on Prescott–Flagstaff Highway

10

Take the exit slight right toward I 40 East, Albuquerque

11

Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

12

Take the exit slight right toward US 89 North: Page

13

Turn left onto Country Club Drive

14

Turn right onto Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

15

Continue on US Highway 89

16

Continue on Flagstaff-Cameron Highway

17

Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Cameron–Bitter Springs Highway

18

Exit the rotary onto Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway

19

Continue on US 89

20

Continue on Cameron-Bitter Springs Highway

21

Continue on US 89

22

Continue on Bitter Springs-Utah State Line Highway

23

Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 89 North

24

Exit the roundabout onto US 89 North

25

Turn right onto South Lake Powell Boulevard

26

Turn left onto Aspen Street

27

At the end of the road, turn right onto South Navajo Drive

28

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 139 miles from Phoenix, AZ.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

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

Halfway reset

Around 139 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Page, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Phoenix, AZ

This is one driving day of about 277.9 miles and 5h 17m.

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

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop 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.

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Page, 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 Page, 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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 139 mi from Phoenix, AZ

New River, AZ

Fuel and coffee

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

Sedona, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 139 miles from Phoenix, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$4.95	$54.17	$108.34
midgrade	$5.34	$58.40	$116.81
premium	$5.57	$60.90	$121.79
diesel	$6.37	$69.65	$139.30

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 97.2 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Phoenix, AZ to Page, AZ covers 277.9 miles and takes about 5h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are West Washington Street, West Adams Street, I 17 North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 139 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 $54.17 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.