Origin
Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ
Afternoon in Pinetop-Lakeside on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
MST
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ
Drive Time
3h 11m
Distance
175.5 mi
282 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 59m
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6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 19m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 33m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ
Gorkem Gumustekin
Scottsdale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Pinetop-Lakeside to Scottsdale covers 175.5 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 11 minutes to complete. Since both locations are within the Desert Southwest, you will experience a consistent regional transition as you head toward the valley. This journey is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip, making it an ideal choice if you want to reach your destination without an overnight stop. Budgeting approximately $34 for fuel will cover your transit costs comfortably. Given the nature of the roads, you should expect a focused driving experience rather than a high-speed interstate haul. It is a straightforward trek that allows you to transition from the higher elevations of Pinetop-Lakeside to the urban center of Scottsdale efficiently.
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
87.7 miles from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel for the entire 175.5-mile journey. Unlike routes dominated by monotonous interstate stretches, this path relies on local infrastructure like West Summer Haven Lane, West White Mountain Boulevard, and South White Mountain Road. Because the highway share is 0%, your pace will be dictated by local traffic and road geometry rather than open-road cruising. You will not encounter long, straight stretches of highway, as the longest uninterrupted segment on West Summer Haven Lane is 0 miles. Be prepared for a technical drive that requires your full attention as you navigate through the varying terrain between these two Arizona hubs.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Summer Haven Lane is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is easy. At 3h 11m 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 Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Summer Haven Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West White Mountain Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South White Mountain Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Woolford | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Central Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Whipple Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Deuce of Clubs | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Globe-Show Low Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Summer Haven Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ and Scottsdale, AZ.
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Start on West Summer Haven Lane
479 ft
·
26 sec
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West Summer Haven Lane
2
Continue on West Summer Haven Lane
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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West Summer Haven Lane
3
Turn left onto West White Mountain Boulevard
5.7 mi
·
10 min
·
West White Mountain Boulevard
4
Continue on South White Mountain Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South White Mountain Road
5
Turn left onto East Woolford
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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East Woolford
6
Continue on South Central Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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South Central Avenue
7
Turn left onto West Whipple Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West Whipple Street
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Deuce of Clubs
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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West Deuce of Clubs
9
Continue on Globe-Show Low Highway
83 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
Globe-Show Low Highway
10
Turn right onto East Ash Street
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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East Ash Street
11
Turn right onto South Hill Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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South Hill Street
12
Turn left onto East Oak Street
367 ft
·
9 sec
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East Oak Street
13
Turn right onto North Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
North Broad Street
14
Continue on North Broad Street
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broad Street
15
Continue on US 60
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 60
16
Continue on West Live Oak Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Live Oak Street
17
Continue on Phoenix–Globe Highway
43 mi
·
55 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
18
Continue on Superstition Freeway
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Superstition Freeway
19
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 101 Loop North
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
AZ 101 Loop North
20
Merge slight left onto Price Freeway
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Price Freeway
21
Continue on Pima Freeway
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Pima Freeway
22
Take the exit slight right toward Chaparral Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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Chaparral Road
23
Turn left onto East Chaparral Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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East Chaparral Road
24
Turn left
62 ft
·
5 sec
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
When planning your departure, aim to leave early in the day to navigate the local roads while visibility is at its peak. With a total duration of 3 hours and 11 minutes, the route is short enough to provide plenty of flexibility for your schedule. You should plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and ensure your fuel levels remain optimal, keeping that $34 budget in mind. Since this is a turn-heavy drive, prioritize steady pacing over speed to stay comfortable behind the wheel. Given the lack of major highway mileage, keep a close eye on your navigation during transitions between West White Mountain Boulevard and South White Mountain Road to stay on track.
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 87.7 miles from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
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 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 87.7 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scottsdale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pinetop-Lakeside, 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 Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ
This is one driving day of about 175.5 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pinetop-Lakeside, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 87.7 mi from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ · 1h 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
88 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 87.7 miles from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scottsdale, AZ
The final approach into Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, 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
$34.93 one way
$69.85 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
61 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $36.88 | $73.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $38.60 | $77.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.99 | $77.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 61.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 52.7 | 0 | $18.43 | $8.42 |
| Efficient EV | 43.9 | 0 | $15.36 | $7.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
21 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
Scottsdale, AZ
Afternoon in Scottsdale on Sunday
Local time
4:08 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
24 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
3h 11m 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 Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ covers 175.5 miles and takes about 3h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Summer Haven Lane, West White Mountain Boulevard, South White Mountain Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 87.7 miles from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.93 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.
The drive from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is easy. At 3h 11m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Pinetop-Lakeside, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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