Origin
Scottsdale, AZ
Afternoon in Scottsdale on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scottsdale, AZ to Chino Valley, AZ
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
114.6 mi
184 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scottsdale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Chino Valley, AZ
Strange Happenings
Trip Overview
Traveling from Scottsdale to Chino Valley covers 114.6 miles and takes approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes, making it a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily utilize the Pima Freeway, the Black Canyon Freeway, and AZ 69 to navigate between these two points in the Desert Southwest. Expect to budget about $23 for fuel to complete the one-way journey. Since both locations reside within the same regional climate, the drive offers a consistent transition rather than a drastic environmental change. This route is ideal if you want a manageable trip that gets you from the Phoenix metro area to the higher elevations of Chino Valley without an exhausting time commitment.
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
57.3 miles from Scottsdale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile, blending fast-paced interstate travel with more localized highway segments. Roughly 58% of your journey is spent on major highways, providing a steady flow of traffic for most of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 23.2-mile segment on the Black Canyon Freeway, which allows for consistent cruising before the route transitions onto AZ 69. As you move away from the city, the road personality shifts from high-speed, multi-lane transit to the more rhythmic feel of a state highway. You should be prepared for this change in pace as the road narrows and the character of the surrounding landscape begins to evolve.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Black Canyon Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 114.6 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
Turn left toward AZ 101 Loop North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward AZ 101 Loop North
8
23 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward I 17 South, I 17 North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 23C-B
Toward I 17 South, I 17 North: Phoenix, Flagsta...
7
23.5 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
6
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
|
AZ 69
Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 69 toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
6
105.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 59m in
Take the exit toward AZ 89: Prescott, Chino Valley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 317
Toward AZ 89: Prescott, Chino Valley
Towns Along This Route
Between Scottsdale, AZ and Chino Valley, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Prescott.
Flagstaff
23 mi in
|
~27m
Prescott
70.2 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via AZ 69
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon Freeway | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| Pima Freeway | 22 mi | 25m |
| AZ 69 | 21.6 mi | 25m |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 13.4 mi | 13m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| Prescott–Ash Fork Highway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Fain Road | 7.6 mi | 9m |
| Prescott–Flagstaff Highway | 5.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Black Canyon Freeway
— 23.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsdale, AZ and Chino Valley, AZ.
1
Start on this road
64 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto East Chaparral Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chaparral Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop North
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
22 mi
·
25 min
·
Pima Freeway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 23C-B
Toward I 17 South, I 17 North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
8
Merge onto I 17
23 mi
·
24 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on I 17
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 17
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 69
22 mi
·
25 min
·
AZ 69
Toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
12
Turn right onto Fain Road
7.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Fain Road
13
Continue on AZ 89A
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 317
Toward AZ 89: Prescott, Chino Valley
15
Turn right onto AZ 89
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto AZ 89
103 ft
·
1 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
17
Continue on AZ 89
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto AZ 89
136 ft
·
1 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
19
Continue on AZ 89
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
20
Enter roundabout onto AZ 89
150 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
21
Continue on AZ 89
0.8 mi
·
53 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
22
Enter roundabout onto AZ 89
151 ft
·
2 sec
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
23
Continue on AZ 89
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
24
Arrive at destination
AZ 89
Trip Plan
Since the total drive time is just over two hours, you have significant flexibility with your departure time to avoid heavy traffic. Aim to hit the road early if you want to bypass the congestion often found on the Pima and Black Canyon Freeways during peak commute hours. Because there are no mandatory stops built into this 114.6-mile trip, you are free to pace yourself based on your own comfort level and fuel needs. Keep in mind that with $23 allocated for gas, you should easily reach your destination on a single tank. As a specific tip, check local traffic reports for the Black Canyon Freeway before you leave Scottsdale to ensure your 23.2-mile stretch remains clear for a smooth start.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.3 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.3 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chino Valley, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 114.6 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Scottsdale, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Black Canyon Freeway for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.3 mi from Scottsdale, AZ · 1h 5m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 57.3 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chino Valley, AZ
The final approach into Chino Valley, 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 Chino Valley, 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
$22.81 one way
$45.61 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $24.08 | $48.17 |
| premium | $5.59 | $25.21 | $50.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.46 | $50.92 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.03 | $5.50 |
| Efficient EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.03 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.04 | $7.33 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Chino Valley, AZ
Afternoon in Chino Valley on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
MST
Current temp
38°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
20 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
2h 10m 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Chino Valley, AZ covers 114.6 miles and takes about 2h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Black Canyon Freeway, Pima Freeway, AZ 69. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.3 miles from Scottsdale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 114.6 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Scottsdale, AZ and Chino Valley, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Prescott.
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