Peoria, AZ Road Trips

Drivers starting from Peoria, AZ have 30 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Desert Southwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 13-mile quick runs to 359-mile cross-state drives. Routes from Peoria, AZ spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.

city in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

Photo: Wikimedia Commons

Trip Routes

62

Longest Drive

359.2 mi

Beaver Dam, AZ

Quickest Drive

18m

Deer Valley, AZ

Plan Around Peoria, AZ

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Peoria, AZ is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Fort Defiance, AZ to Peoria, AZ 331.3 mi · 5h 55m Houck, AZ to Peoria, AZ 290.6 mi · 5h Kayenta, AZ to Peoria, AZ 289.3 mi · 5h 27m Desert Hills, AZ to Peoria, AZ 205.2 mi · 3h 52m

Continue From Peoria, AZ

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Peoria, AZ to Beaver Dam, AZ 359.2 mi · 7h 7m Peoria, AZ to Willow Valley, AZ 232.2 mi · 4h 29m Peoria, AZ to Holbrook, AZ 229.5 mi · 4h Peoria, AZ to Grand Canyon, AZ 224.6 mi · 4h 11m

Trips from Peoria, AZ

Peoria, AZ to Beaver Dam, AZ

359.2 mi 7h 7m

Peoria, AZ to Willow Valley, AZ

232.2 mi 4h 29m

Peoria, AZ to Holbrook, AZ

229.5 mi 4h

Peoria, AZ to Grand Canyon, AZ

224.6 mi 4h 11m

Peoria, AZ to Clifton, AZ

222.2 mi 4h 54m

Peoria, AZ to Tombstone, AZ

198 mi 3h 48m

Peoria, AZ to Show Low, AZ

189 mi 3h 59m

Peoria, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ

186.8 mi 4h 9m

Peoria, AZ to Linden, AZ

181.8 mi 3h 52m

Peoria, AZ to Saint David, AZ

181.6 mi 3h 23m

Peoria, AZ to Golden Valley, AZ

180.1 mi 3h 46m

Peoria, AZ to Mescal, AZ

167.5 mi 3h 6m

Peoria, AZ to Arivaca Junction, AZ

162.2 mi 3h 1m

Peoria, AZ to Tucson, AZ

130.1 mi 2h 28m

Peoria, AZ to South Tucson, AZ

129 mi 2h 24m

Peoria, AZ to San Carlos, AZ

126 mi 2h 50m

Peoria, AZ to West Sedona, AZ

114.3 mi 2h 13m

Peoria, AZ to Prescott, AZ

98 mi 2h

Driving from Peoria, AZ

On average, trips departing from Peoria, AZ run 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 35m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 359 miles (7h 7m), while the shortest is just 13 miles.

Popular Destinations

Top road trip destinations from Peoria, AZ are Beaver Dam, AZ (359.2 mi, 7h 7m), Willow Valley, AZ (232.2 mi, 4h 29m), Holbrook, AZ (229.5 mi, 4h), Grand Canyon, AZ (224.6 mi, 4h 11m), and Clifton, AZ (222.2 mi, 4h 54m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in AZ currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 127-mile trip from Peoria, AZ, budget about $25 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 30 mapped routes leaving Peoria, AZ and 32 routes heading into Peoria, AZ, covering 62 total connections. Distances range from 13 to 359 miles.

The longest mapped route from Peoria, AZ covers 359 miles and takes approximately 7h 7m. Shorter options start at just 13 miles.

The average route from Peoria, AZ runs about 127 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 35m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 127-mile trip from Peoria, AZ costs roughly $25 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Peoria, AZ include Beaver Dam, AZ, Willow Valley, AZ, Holbrook, AZ and Grand Canyon, AZ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Peoria, AZ by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

194,338

Median Income

$93,403

Median Home Value

$429,400

Median Age

42.1

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

Traveler Guide to Peoria, AZ

Peoria is a city inside of Phoenix, Arizona. Many visitors come to the area during the spring to see their favorite professional baseball team during Spring Training in the Cactus League.

1 Peoria Sports Complex, 83rd avenue south of bell. Spring training for the Padres and Mariners. Lake Pleasant (Far north on Lake Pleasant road, north of Carefree highway).

1 Sky Zone Peoria. - located in Peoria Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 West Paradise Ln, ☏ +1 623 776-8400, fax: +1 623 776-9974. Watch performers in major Broadway productions such as a Christmas Carol, Cabaret, Guys and Dolls, Bye Bye Birdie and more! Enjoy dinner and a show with their dinner theatres. A great place for a date, a family (at select shows) or anyone looking to see a little theatre! Lake Pleasant, 41835 N. Castle Hot Springs Rd. Morristown. Contact Station 1-928-501-1710, Operations Center 602-372-7460. Enjoy Community activities, Water skiing, boating, tubing, sunbathing, camping, barbecues and family events, etc. at this park open 24/7 365. Beautiful view of the desert with the sparkling lake in between. Great for families with children of all ages. Peoria Sports Complex, 16101 N. 83rd Ave. One main stadium and 12 practice fields. Can be rented for baseball tournaments, concerts, weddings, etc. AZ Ice Peoria, 15829 N 83rd Ave, ☏ +1 623-334-1200, fax: +1 623 334-1600. Full service Ice skating facility for hockey, figure skating and public use. Food and Merchandise Vendors on hand. A wonderful family environment. The public can join hockey and figure skating programs or come for free skate with purchase of entrance fee and skate rental.

Peoria is part of the Central West Valley of Arizona The Central west region is partly a newly developed area and one that has been around for years. It has many hidden treasures and is a great place for families, singles or anyone who wants to come and enjoy the beautiful west valley. From hiking to shopping and eating to playing baseball, everyone can come out and discover this hidden jewel.

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