Trip from Scottsdale, AZ to Meadview, AZ

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Drive Time

5h 38m

Distance

257.4 mi

414 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$51

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 25m ★

6 AM

5h 38m

8 AM

6h 5m

10 AM

5h 47m

12 PM

5h 45m

3 PM

5h 49m

5 PM

6h 3m

8 PM

5h 30m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Meadview, AZ

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Trip Overview

This 257.4-mile drive from Scottsdale to Meadview, Arizona, will take you approximately 5 hours and 38 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll primarily be on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway and Stockton Hill Road, with a brief portion on the Pima Freeway. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $51. As both locations are within the Desert Southwest region, you'll experience consistent arid landscapes. This route is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaging driving experience than a straight interstate cruise. It's a manageable distance for a single day, but plan for a full day of travel.

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

128.7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this route, with only 12% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 106.7 miles on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before transitioning to local roads. As you progress, the road will likely become more winding and less direct, demanding your attention. This isn't a high-speed interstate journey; rather, it's a more intimate experience with the Arizona terrain, requiring active driving.

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

There are about 38 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Wickenburg–Kingman Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 106.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 257.4 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 1 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 23 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.7 mi into trip | ~1m in

Turn left toward AZ 101 Loop North

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward AZ 101 Loop North

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway

Merge onto AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

32.1 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward Bell Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 14 Toward Bell Road

32.5 mi into trip | ~38m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Bell Road, Surprise Stadium

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Toward Bell Road, Surprise Stadium

39 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the ramp toward US-60 West

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward US-60 West

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Meadview, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Surprise Stadium along the way.

Surprise Stadium

32.5 mi in | ~38m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway	106.7 mi	2h 9m
Stockton Hill Road	41.5 mi	1h 4m
Pima Freeway	22.8 mi	26m
Grand Avenue	21 mi	26m
Purple Heart Trail	18.7 mi	18m
Pierce Ferry Road	16.9 mi	27m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway	9 mi	10m
Agua Fria Freeway	8.3 mi	9m

Longest stretch: Wickenburg–Kingman Highway — 106.7 mi, about 2h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Scottsdale, AZ and Meadview, AZ.

Start on this road

64 ft · 6 sec · this road

Turn right onto East Chaparral Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · East Chaparral Road

Turn left

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward AZ 101 Loop North Use the left lane.

Merge onto AZ 101 Loop

23 mi · 26 min · Pima Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on AZ 101 Loop

8.3 mi · 9 min · Agua Fria Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 34 sec

Exit 14 Toward Bell Road Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.1 mi · 9 sec

Toward Bell Road, Surprise Stadium Use the right lane.

Turn straight onto West Bell Road

6.4 mi · 11 min · West Bell Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 1 min

Toward US-60 West Use the right lane.

Merge onto US 60

14 mi · 17 min · Grand Avenue

Use the left / straight lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 60

159 ft · 3 sec · Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway

Continue on US 60

0.9 mi · 1 min · Grand Avenue

Continue on US 60

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway

Continue on US 60

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway

Continue on US 60

6.3 mi · 7 min · Grand Avenue

Continue on US 60

0.5 mi · 31 sec · Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway

Continue on US 60

8.7 mi · 10 min · Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway

Continue on US 60

1.5 mi · 2 min · East Wickenburg Way

Enter roundabout onto US 93

2 ft · 0 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.5 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.9 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

0.9 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 93

100 ft · 4 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

1.2 mi · 2 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Enter roundabout onto US 93

155 ft · 6 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

0.6 mi · 1 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Turn left onto US 93

112 ft · 4 sec · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 93

101 mi · 1 hr 58 min · Wickenburg–Kingman Highway

Continue on US 93

0.3 mi · 23 sec · Wickenburg-Kingman Highway

Take the exit onto US 93

0.7 mi · 1 min · US 93

Toward I 40 West

Merge onto I 40; US 93

19 mi · 18 min · Purple Heart Trail

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Toward Stockton Hill Road

Turn right onto CR 20

41 mi · 1 hr 4 min · Stockton Hill Road

At end of road, turn right onto CR 25

17 mi · 27 min · Pierce Ferry Road

Turn right onto West Meadview Boulevard

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Meadview Boulevard

Continue on East Meadview Boulevard

399 ft · 17 sec · East Meadview Boulevard

Arrive at destination

East Meadview Boulevard

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 5-hour and 38-minute drive, consider departing Scottsdale early in the morning to maximize daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 106.7-mile stretch on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, as services might be less frequent. A practical tip for this 'turn-heavy' route is to ensure your navigation system is fully charged and updated, as frequent turns can be disorienting if you're not prepared. The $51 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always budget a little extra.

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 128.7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, or about 2h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.7 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 47m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 128.7 miles or 2h 44m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Meadview, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ

This is one driving day of about 257.4 miles and 5h 38m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway for about 106.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 128.7 mi from Scottsdale, AZ · 2h 44m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Surprise, AZ

129 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

Surprise, AZ

Fuel and coffee

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

Surprise, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 128.7 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Wickenburg–Kingman Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.7 miles.

Arriving in Meadview, AZ

The final approach into Meadview, 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 Meadview, AZ.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$51.28 one way

$102.55 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 90 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$54.27	$108.53
premium	$5.59	$56.66	$113.32
diesel	$5.61	$56.83	$113.66

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$51

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$76–$101

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 90.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	77.2	0	$27.03	$12.36
Efficient EV	64.4	0	$22.52	$10.30
EV Truck/SUV	103	1	$36.04	$16.47

Gas CO2

90 kg

EV CO2

30 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 23 hours ago

Origin

Scottsdale, AZ

Late night in Scottsdale on Wednesday

Local time

1:15 AM

MST

Current temp

94°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Meadview, AZ

Late night in Meadview on Wednesday

Local time

1:15 AM

MST

Current temp

78°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

16 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

5h 38m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Meadview, AZ covers 257.4 miles and takes about 5h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, Stockton Hill Road, Pima Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 128.7 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 $51.28 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.

On the drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Meadview, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Surprise Stadium along the way.

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