Origin
Taylor, AZ
Morning in Taylor on Friday
Local time
11:50 AM
MST
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Taylor, 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
50m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taylor, AZ
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Penzance, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Taylor, AZ to Penzance, AZ is 38.1 miles and takes about 50 minutes via Show Low-Holbrook Highway, Purple Heart Trail, and South Main Street, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Arizona's Desert Southwest region, offering a straightforward drive. Given its brief duration, this is an ideal route for a quick connection or an addition to a longer journey. You'll find it to be a practical, turn-heavy local drive that doesn't require extensive planning.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 38.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only a small portion on highways. Expect frequent changes in direction as you navigate through local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 25.7 miles along the Show Low-Holbrook Highway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel. The overall feel is one of transitioning through local communities rather than a continuous high-speed journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 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 25.7 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 30.9 miles in near US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 30.9 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / Holbrook-Springerville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
30.9 mi into trip
|
~39m 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
3
32.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / Holbrook-Springerville Highway
Take the ramp onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / Holbrook-Springerville Highway
Navigation decision point
5
36.5 mi into trip
|
~47m 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
37 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Main Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
37.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Show Low-Holbrook Highway | 25.7 mi | 30m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| South Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Arizona State Highway 77 | 2 mi | 2m |
| West Hopi Drive | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Holbrook-Springerville Highway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Navajo Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
— 25.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor, AZ and Penzance, AZ.
1
Start on AZ 77
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Continue on AZ 77
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
3
Continue on AZ 77
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on AZ 77
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
5
Continue on AZ 77
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Arizona State Highway 77
6
Continue on AZ 77
24 mi
·
28 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
7
Continue on US 180; AZ 77
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
8
Continue on US 180; AZ 77
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Navajo Boulevard
9
Turn left onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hopi Drive
10
Take the ramp onto US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
11
Merge onto I 40; US 180
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Hunt Road, Geronimo Road
13
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Street
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
16
Merge onto I 40; US 180
0.7 mi
·
39 sec
·
Purple Heart Trail
17
Arrive at destination
I 40; US 180
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Taylor, AZ · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Taylor, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Penzance, AZ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Penzance, AZ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.59 one way
$15.18 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.03 | $16.07 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
11:50 AM
MST
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
76°F
Holbrook, AZ
19 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
50m 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 Taylor, AZ to Penzance, AZ covers 38.1 miles and takes about 50m 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, South Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 miles from Taylor, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.59 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 straightforward 50m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 30.9 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / West Hopi Drive): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist / Holbrook-Springerville Highway): Navigation decision point; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Taylor, 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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