Origin
Sedona, AZ
Morning in Sedona on Thursday
Local time
11:00 AM
MST
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 26m
Distance
126.1 mi
203 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 17m
★
6 AM
2h 27m
8 AM
2h 47m
10 AM
2h 34m
12 PM
2h 32m
3 PM
2h 35m
5 PM
2h 46m
8 PM
2h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sedona, AZ
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Avondale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ covers 126.1 miles and takes about 2h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Agua Fria Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 52.9 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.12 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.
Midpoint
63 miles from Sedona, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 26m. Total distance: 126.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The drive from Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ covers 126.1 miles and takes about 2h 26m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 40 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arizona Veterans Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 52.9 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 14.7 miles in near AZ 179.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 126.1 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 14.7 miles (AZ 179): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
14.7 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
AZ 179
Take the exit onto AZ 179 toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 298
Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
8
97.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward AZ 101 Loop West, AZ 101 Loop East
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 214C
Toward AZ 101 Loop West, AZ 101 Loop East
7
98 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward AZ 101 Loop West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
8
119.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
7
123.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward Dysart Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 129
Toward Dysart Road
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 Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Oak Creek Canyon along the way.
Oak Creek Canyon
14.7 mi in
|
~26m
|
via AZ 179
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 52.9 mi | 52m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 20.7 mi | 22m |
| Agua Fria Freeway | 20.6 mi | 23m |
| Red Rock Scenic Byway | 14.4 mi | 25m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 5.8 mi | 5m |
| Papago Freeway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| North Black Canyon Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| North Dysart Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 52.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sedona, AZ and Avondale, AZ.
1
Start on AZ 89A
253 ft
·
4 sec
·
North State Route 89A
2
Continue on AZ 89A
333 ft
·
11 sec
·
North State Route 89A
3
Continue on AZ 89A
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
4
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
177 ft
·
2 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
5
Continue on AZ 179
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
6
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
69 ft
·
0 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
7
Continue on AZ 179
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
8
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
9
Continue on AZ 179
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
10
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
107 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
11
Continue on AZ 179
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
12
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
80 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
13
Continue on AZ 179
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
14
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
112 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
15
Continue on AZ 179
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
16
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
81 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
17
Continue on AZ 179
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
18
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
94 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
19
Continue on AZ 179
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
20
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
21
Continue on AZ 179
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
22
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
23
Continue on AZ 179
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
24
Take the exit onto AZ 179
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
AZ 179
Exit 298
Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
25
Merge onto I 17
53 mi
·
52 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
26
Continue on I 17
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on I 17
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on I 17
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
29
Continue on I 17
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 214C
Toward AZ 101 Loop West, AZ 101 Loop East
Use the slight right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
Use the slight right lane.
32
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
21 mi
·
23 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto I 10
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Papago Freeway
35
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 129
Toward Dysart Road
Use the slight right lane.
36
Turn left onto North Dysart Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
North Dysart Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
37
Turn right onto East Western Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Western Avenue
38
Turn right onto North Central Avenue
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Central Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
39
Turn right
27 ft
·
1 sec
40
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 63 miles from Sedona, AZ, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.9 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 28 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63 miles or 1h 14m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Avondale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sedona, 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 Sedona, AZ
This is one driving day of about 126.1 miles and 2h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Sedona, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 52.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63 mi from Sedona, AZ · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63 miles from Sedona, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Avondale, AZ
The final approach into Avondale, 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 Avondale, 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
$25.12 one way
$50.24 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $26.59 | $53.17 |
| premium | $5.59 | $27.76 | $55.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.84 | $55.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.24 | $6.05 |
| Efficient EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.03 | $5.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.4 | 0 | $17.65 | $8.07 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Avondale, AZ
Morning in Avondale on Thursday
Local time
11:00 AM
MST
Current temp
90°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
40 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
2h 26m 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 Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ covers 126.1 miles and takes about 2h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Agua Fria Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63 miles from Sedona, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.12 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 22 significant decision points across 126.1 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 14.7 miles (AZ 179): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 97.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 98 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Sedona, AZ to Avondale, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Oak Creek Canyon along the way.
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