Origin
Prescott, AZ
Afternoon in Prescott on Sunday
Local time
3:48 PM
MST
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ
Drive Time
3h 33m
Distance
207.5 mi
334 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 21m
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6 AM
3h 34m
8 AM
3h 59m
10 AM
3h 43m
12 PM
3h 40m
3 PM
3h 44m
5 PM
3h 57m
8 PM
3h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prescott, AZ
Hans D.
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Smallz !
Trip Overview
The drive from Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ covers 207.5 miles and takes about 3h 33m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Cortez Street, East Gurley Street, Prescott-Ash Fork Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $41.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
103.7 miles from Prescott, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 33m drive with frequent turns across 207.5 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.
South Cortez Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Cortez Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Gurley Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Prescott-Ash Fork Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Prescott–Ash Fork Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lewis Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AZ 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Cortez Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prescott, AZ and Lake Havasu City, AZ.
1
Start on East Goodwin Street
79 ft
·
7 sec
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East Goodwin Street
2
Turn right onto South Cortez Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Cortez Street
3
Turn right onto East Gurley Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Gurley Street
4
Turn slight left
3.6 mi
·
6 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
6
Exit the rotary onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
161 ft
·
3 sec
·
Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
8
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
420 ft
·
7 sec
·
Prescott-Ash Fork Highway
9
Continue on Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
102 ft
·
1 sec
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Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
11
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
13
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
15
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
17
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
148 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
19
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
32 mi
·
37 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
20
Continue on Lewis Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Lewis Avenue
21
Take the exit left toward I 40 West
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
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I 40 West
22
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
135 mi
·
2 hr 15 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
23
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker
24
Turn left onto Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
25
Turn left onto Acoma Boulevard West
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Acoma Boulevard West
26
Turn left onto Smoketree Avenue North
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Smoketree Avenue North
27
Turn right onto Mescal Loop
52 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mescal Loop
28
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 103.7 miles from Prescott, AZ, or about 1h 46m 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 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.7 miles or 1h 46m 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 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Havasu City, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Prescott, 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 Prescott, AZ
This is one driving day of about 207.5 miles and 3h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Prescott, 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 103.7 mi from Prescott, AZ · 1h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 103.7 miles from Prescott, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lake Havasu City, AZ
The final approach into Lake Havasu City, 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 Lake Havasu City, 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
$41.30 one way
$82.59 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $43.61 | $87.22 |
| premium | $5.59 | $45.64 | $91.28 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $46.10 | $92.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.79 | $9.96 |
| Efficient EV | 51.9 | 0 | $18.16 | $8.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83 | 1 | $29.05 | $13.28 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 kg (67% 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
Lake Havasu City, AZ
Afternoon in Lake Havasu City on Sunday
Local time
3:48 PM
MST
Current temp
64°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
22 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 33m 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 Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ covers 207.5 miles and takes about 3h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Cortez Street, East Gurley Street, Prescott-Ash Fork Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 103.7 miles from Prescott, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $41.30 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.
This is a straightforward 3h 33m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Prescott, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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