Origin
Show Low, AZ
Morning in Show Low on Friday
Local time
7:58 AM
MST
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Show Low, AZ to Penzance, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
54.2 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Show Low, AZ
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Penzance, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Show Low to Penzance is 54.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via Show Low-Holbrook Highway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arizona's Desert Southwest region, offering a straightforward, same-day trip. Expect a local feel with a mix of road types as you navigate between these two points. Given its short duration, this route is ideal for a relaxed travel day, allowing for spontaneous stops if you choose.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 54.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive, with a significant portion on local roads rather than high-speed highways. Only 4% of this route is on highways, meaning you'll be navigating more through community areas. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.1 miles along the Show Low-Holbrook Highway. As you progress, the roads will transition, so be prepared for varied driving conditions and potentially more frequent turns as you approach your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Show Low-Holbrook Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 37.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near AZ 77 / North Penrod Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.2 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (AZ 77 / North Penrod Road): Navigation decision point; at 47 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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AZ 77 / North Penrod Road
Turn left onto AZ 77 / North Penrod Road
Navigation decision point
4
47 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive
Turn left onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive
Navigation decision point
5
52.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward Hunt Road, Geronimo Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Hunt Road, Geronimo Road
4
53.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Show Low-Holbrook Highway | 37.1 mi | 44m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| North Penrod Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Arizona State Highway 77 | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Hopi Drive | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Holbrook-Springerville Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Deuce of Clubs | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
— 37.1 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Show Low, AZ and Penzance, AZ.
1
Start on US 60; AZ 77; AZ 260
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Deuce of Clubs
2
Turn left onto AZ 77
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North Penrod Road
3
Continue on AZ 77
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
4
Continue on AZ 77
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
South Main Street
5
Continue on AZ 77
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
6
Continue on AZ 77
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
7
Continue on AZ 77
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
8
Continue on AZ 77
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Arizona State Highway 77
9
Continue on AZ 77
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
10
Continue on US 180; AZ 77
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
11
Continue on US 180; AZ 77
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Navajo Boulevard
12
Turn left onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hopi Drive
13
Take the ramp onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
14
Merge onto I 40; US 180
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Hunt Road, Geronimo Road
16
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
17
Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Street
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
19
Merge onto I 40; US 180
0.7 mi
·
39 sec
·
Purple Heart Trail
20
Arrive at destination
I 40; US 180
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Show Low, AZ · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Show Low, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Penzance, AZ
The final approach into Penzance, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.80 one way
$21.59 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $11.43 | $22.85 |
| premium | $5.59 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.69 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.74 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.59 | $3.47 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Penzance, AZ
Morning in Penzance on Friday
Local time
7:58 AM
MST
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
29 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
1h 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 Show Low, AZ to Penzance, AZ covers 54.2 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Show Low-Holbrook Highway, Purple Heart Trail, North Penrod Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Show Low, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.80 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.2 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (AZ 77 / North Penrod Road): Navigation decision point; at 47 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive): Navigation decision point; at 52.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Show Low, AZ to Penzance, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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