Origin
West Sedona, AZ
Night in West Sedona on Friday
Local time
9:47 PM
MST
Current temp
47°F
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Trip from West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 48m
Distance
235.4 mi
379 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 36m
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6 AM
3h 48m
8 AM
4h 14m
10 AM
3h 57m
12 PM
3h 55m
3 PM
3h 59m
5 PM
4h 13m
8 PM
3h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Sedona, AZ
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Tucson, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, AZ covers 235.4 miles and takes about 3h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 89A, Prescott–Flagstaff Highway, Red Rock Scenic Byway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $46.89 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
117.7 miles from West Sedona, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .
About the Cities
Arriving in Tucson, AZ
Full guide →Tucson (TOO-sawn), also known as the "Old Pueblo", is the second-largest city in the state of Arizona and the county seat of Pima County in the Sonoran Desert. It is at a higher elevation than nearby Phoenix and is correspondingly cooler. Although with half a million residents it is smaller than the capital city, its cultural life is just as vibrant.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 235.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 48m drive with frequent turns across 235.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 41 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 89A is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 3h 48m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 89A | — | — |
| Prescott–Flagstaff Highway | — | — |
| Red Rock Scenic Byway | — | — |
| SR 179 | — | — |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | — | — |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | — | — |
| Black Canyon Freeway | — | — |
| North Black Canyon Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
State Route 89A
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Sedona, AZ and Tucson, AZ.
1
Start on Andante Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Andante Drive
2
Turn left onto State Route 89A
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 89A
3
Continue on Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
5
Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
325 ft
·
4 sec
·
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
10 ft
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
7
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
9
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
11
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
13
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
15
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
17
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
19
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
21
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
102 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
23
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
24
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
108 ft
·
2 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
25
Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
26
Take the exit right toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
27
Merge slight left onto Arizona Veterans Highway
53 mi
·
52 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
28
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
29
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
30
Continue on North Black Canyon Highway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Black Canyon Highway
31
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
32
Continue on Maricopa Freeway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
33
Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38 mi
·
38 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
34
Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
55 mi
·
55 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
35
Continue on North Freeway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Freeway
36
Take the exit slight right toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
37
Turn straight onto North Freeway Road
161 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Freeway Road
38
Turn left onto West Congress Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Congress Street
39
Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
40
Turn left onto North Country Club Road
131 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Country Club Road
41
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 117.7 miles from West Sedona, AZ, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
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 52 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117.7 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tucson, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving West Sedona, 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 West Sedona, AZ
This is one driving day of about 235.4 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from West Sedona, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117.7 mi from West Sedona, AZ · 1h 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117.7 miles from West Sedona, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tucson, AZ
The final approach into Tucson, 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 Tucson, 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
$46.89 one way
$93.79 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $49.63 | $99.26 |
| premium | $5.59 | $51.82 | $103.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.97 | $103.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.6 | 0 | $24.72 | $11.30 |
| Efficient EV | 58.9 | 0 | $20.60 | $9.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.2 | 1 | $32.96 | $15.07 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% 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.
Destination
Tucson, AZ
Night in Tucson on Friday
Local time
9:47 PM
MST
Current temp
54°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
7 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
3h 48m 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 West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, AZ covers 235.4 miles and takes about 3h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 89A, Prescott–Flagstaff Highway, Red Rock Scenic Byway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117.7 miles from West Sedona, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $46.89 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 48m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from West Sedona, AZ to Tucson, 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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