If you are planning a trip from Buckeye to Kingman, prepare for a 188.6-mile journey that takes approximately 3 hours and 50 minutes. This route is best suited as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North 1st Street, South Miller Road, and I-10 East to connect these two Desert Southwest locations. Budgeting around $38 for fuel is a safe estimate for the drive. While the trip is manageable in one go, keep in mind that the pacing is dictated by local road segments, so plan accordingly to ensure a smooth transition between towns.
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
94.3 miles from Buckeye, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
106.7 mi
2h 9m
Purple Heart Trail
21.5 mi
21m
Grand Avenue
17.1 mi
20m
Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
14 mi
16m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
9 mi
10m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
8.3 mi
8m
South Miller Road
3.7 mi
6m
East Wickenburg Way
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
— 106.7 mi, about 2h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckeye, AZ and Kingman, AZ.
1
Start on US 80 Hist
0.4 mi·59 sec·East Monroe Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 1st Street
0.5 mi·55 sec·North 1st Street
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on South Miller Road
3.7 mi·6 min·South Miller Road
Use the straight lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 114Toward I 10 East: PhoenixUse the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 10
8.3 mi·8 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
1.7 mi·2 min
Exit 124AToward AZ 303 Loop NorthUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop
14 mi·16 min·Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 119Toward US 60: Grand AvenueUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto US 60
9.9 mi·12 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
159 ft·3 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
11
Continue on US 60
0.9 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
12
Continue on US 60
0.2 mi·15 sec·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
13
Continue on US 60
0.1 mi·8 sec·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
14
Continue on US 60
6.3 mi·7 min·Grand Avenue
15
Continue on US 60
0.5 mi·31 sec·Phoenix-Wickenburg Highway
16
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
17
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
18
Enter roundabout onto US 93
2 ft·0 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
19
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
23
Enter roundabout onto US 93
100 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
24
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
25
Enter roundabout onto US 93
155 ft·6 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
26
Continue on US 93
0.6 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
27
Turn left onto US 93
112 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
28
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
101 mi·1 hr 58 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
29
Continue on US 93
0.3 mi·23 sec·Wickenburg-Kingman Highway
30
Take the exit onto US 93
0.7 mi·1 min·US 93
Toward I 40 West
31
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi·21 min·Purple Heart Trail
32
Take the exit onto US 93
0.4 mi·46 sec·US 93
Exit 48Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las VegasUse the straight / left lanes.
33
Turn straight onto US 93
0.9 mi·2 min·West Beale Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
34
Turn right onto North 4th Street
67 ft·2 sec·North 4th Street
35
Arrive at destination
North 4th Street
Trip Plan
For the best experience, aim to depart early in the day to account for the turn-heavy nature of the roads, which can be more tiring than standard highway driving. You should plan for at least one stop during the 188.6-mile trek to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Since your fuel budget is approximately $38, consider filling up before you leave Buckeye to avoid searching for stations along the more local segments of the route. Because this drive is shorter than a full-day interstate haul, you have the flexibility to adjust your departure time based on local traffic patterns. Keep a close eye on your navigation, as the reliance on local streets like North 1st Street and South Miller Road means you will need to pay extra attention to turn-by-turn directions.
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 94.3 miles from Buckeye, AZ, or about 2h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.7 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 41 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94.3 miles or 2h 1m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingman, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buckeye, 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 Buckeye, AZ
This is one driving day of about 188.6 miles and 3h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Buckeye, 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.
The longest stretch is on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway for about 106.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 187.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|North 1st Street
Turn right onto North 1st Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.6 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 114
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
7
13.6 mi into trip|~18m in
Take the exit toward AZ 303 Loop North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 124A
Toward AZ 303 Loop North
7
29.4 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward US 60: Grand Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 119
Toward US 60: Grand Avenue
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187.3 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / left lanes.
Exit 48
Toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.57 one way
$75.14 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$39.76
$79.52
premium
$5.59
$41.51
$83.03
diesel
$5.61
$41.64
$83.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
56.6
0
$19.80
$9.05
Efficient EV
47.2
0
$16.50
$7.54
EV Truck/SUV
75.4
0
$26.40
$12.07
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Buckeye, AZ
Night
in Buckeye on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kingman, AZ
Night
in Kingman on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
MST
Current temp
79°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
10 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
3h 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. Since the highway share is 0%, you will spend your time navigating local surface streets and connector roads instead of high-speed lanes. The road's personality is defined by consistent maneuvering, requiring you to stay alert behind the wheel throughout the nearly four-hour duration. Because this route lacks long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the experience feels more like a deliberate, hands-on navigation through the region. You will find that the constant shifts in direction keep the drive engaging, as you move through the desert landscape at a more measured pace.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.7 mi on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near North 1st Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 188.6 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 0.4 miles (North 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 50m. Total distance: 188.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.7 miles on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Kingman, AZ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (North 1st Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 13.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Kingman, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
