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Trip from Deer Valley, AZ to Pine, AZ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
115.1 mi
185 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deer Valley, AZ
Line Knipst
Pine, AZ
Sebastian Luna
Trip Overview
Deer Valley, AZ to Pine, AZ is 115.1 miles and takes about 2h 17m via Arizona Veterans Highway and Black Canyon Freeway, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route travels within the Desert Southwest region, starting in Arizona and ending in Arizona. It's a straightforward drive that's well within the capabilities of a single day. Consider this trip if you're looking for a relatively short drive with a manageable fuel cost. The majority of the drive is on surface roads, offering a more relaxed pace.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Deer Valley, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 36.5 mi | 36m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 21.9 mi | 22m |
| Cottonwood-Camp Verde-Mogollon Rim Highway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| General Crook Trail | 10.3 mi | 13m |
| Payson-Winslow Highway | 8.9 mi | 14m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| Camp Verde-Payson Highway | 5 mi | 6m |
| West General Crook Trail | 3.6 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 36.5 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley, AZ and Pine, AZ.
1
Start on North 35th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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North 35th Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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West Pinnacle Peak Road
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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North Black Canyon Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 17 North
5
Merge onto I 17
22 mi
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22 min
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Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 17
8.9 mi
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9 min
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Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 17
13 mi
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13 min
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Arizona Veterans Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17
23 mi
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23 min
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Arizona Veterans Highway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
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1 min
Toward General Crook Trail
10
Turn right onto South Access Road
1.6 mi
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2 min
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South Access Road
11
Turn right onto AZ 260
3.6 mi
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5 min
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West General Crook Trail
12
Continue on AZ 260
5.0 mi
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6 min
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Camp Verde-Payson Highway
13
Continue on AZ 260
10 mi
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13 min
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General Crook Trail
14
Continue on AZ 260
12 mi
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14 min
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Cottonwood-Camp Verde-Mogollon Rim Highway
15
Continue on Arizona State Highway 260
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Arizona State Highway 260
16
Turn right onto AZ 87; AZ 260
7.5 mi
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11 min
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Payson-Winslow Highway
17
Continue on AZ 87; AZ 260
0.4 mi
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55 sec
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North AZ Highway 87
18
Continue on AZ 87; AZ 260
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Payson-Winslow Highway
19
Continue on AZ 87; AZ 260
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Arizona State Highway 87
20
Continue on AZ 87; AZ 260
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Payson-Winslow Highway
21
Turn right onto 428
138 ft
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3 sec
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West Hardscrabble Mesa Road
22
Arrive at destination
428
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 17 minutes, this is easily a same-day trip. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unexpected delays. You won't need to break this drive into segments, so you can be flexible with your departure time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch between services could be up to 36.5 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. The estimated fuel cost is $24, so plan accordingly before you leave Deer Valley.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 57.6 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 25 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 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 1h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pine, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Deer Valley, 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 Deer Valley, AZ
This is one driving day of about 115.1 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Deer Valley, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 57.6 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Hurricane Harbor Phoenix
3.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Glendale, Arizona
Hours: Closed
+16232012000
Visit websitePioneer Living History Museum
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
Phoenix, Arizona
Hours: 9 am–4 pm
+16234651052
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 46.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Pinnacle Peak Road
At end of road, turn right onto West Pinnacle Peak Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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North Black Canyon Highway
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 17 North
Navigation decision point
Toward I 17 North
5
2.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge onto I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
46.7 mi into trip
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~50m in
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I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.50 one way
$47.01 round trip
$5.19/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.52 | $25.00 | $50.01 |
| premium | $5.72 | $25.92 | $51.83 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $24.24 | $48.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.09 | $5.52 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.07 | $4.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Origin
Deer Valley, AZ
Afternoon in Deer Valley on Wednesday
Local time
1:50 PM
MST
Current temp
92°F
Sunny
S 0 to 15 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued May 26 at 9:20PM MST until May 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Destination
Pine, AZ
Afternoon in Pine on Wednesday
Local time
1:50 PM
MST
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
S 12 to 17 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued May 26 at 9:20PM MST until May 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
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
16 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
2h 17m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
National Monument
Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
$10
near mile 75.4
Caution: High Levels of Visitation
Tuzigoot National Monument
National Monument
Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
$10
near mile 71.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a highway share of 22%, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest stretch on a single highway is 36.5 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. You'll transition from freeway cruising to more rural, surface road travel. Expect a mix of urban merging and more open stretches as you leave the immediate vicinity of Deer Valley.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.5 mi on Arizona Veterans Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
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 1 miles in near West Pinnacle Peak Road.
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 2h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (West Pinnacle Peak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
6,897 ft
1,374 ft
Total Climb
7,123 ft
Total Descent
3,124 ft
Highest Point
6,897 ft
~106.9 mi in
Elevation Range
5,523 ft
Notable High Points
4,699 ft at ~65.8 miles
+582 ft prominence
6,897 ft at ~106.9 miles
+234 ft prominence
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Pinecreek Fudge & Espresso
Cafe
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.2 mi from route
Pine, AZ
Cuisine: coffee;fudge;ice_cream
Amped Coffee Company
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
First break
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Anthem, AZ
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo 06:00-18:00; Tu,We 06:00-21:00; Th 06...
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-20:00
Visit websiteStarbucks
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
2.3 mi from route
~6 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Cuisine: coffee_shop
Hours: Mo-Fr 04:30-19:30; Sa-Su 04:30-20:00
Visit websiteRinaldi's Deli
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Urban Boba Tea House
Cafe
Near the start, short detour
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Hours: Mo-Su 12:00-21:00
Visit websiteDomino's Pizza
Fast_food
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Su-Th 10:00-00:00; Fr-Sa 10:00-01:00
Visit websiteSubway
Fast_food
Near the start, short detour
First break
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Anthem, AZ
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Su 08:00-21:00
Visit websiteBarro's Pizza
Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
First break
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Anthem, AZ
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30-22:00, Fri-Sat 10:30-23:...
Visit websiteMr. Gyros
Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
First break
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Anthem, AZ
Cuisine: greek
Hours: Mo-Sa 11:00-20:00
Visit websiteTortas Chano
Restaurant
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.7 mi from route
~2 min detour
Cuisine: mexican
Barro's Pizza
Restaurant
Near the start, short detour
1.3 mi from route
~3 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Cuisine: pizza
Hours: 10:30-22:00; Fr-Sa 10:30-23:00
Visit websiteRock Shop
Attraction
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.5 mi from route
~4 min detour
Arch
Attraction
Near the start, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Agua Fria National Monument
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Paseo Highlands Agave Grotto
Artwork
Near the start, right off the route
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Ruin Hill
Ruins
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Anthem Veterans Memorial
Memorial
Near the start, short detour
First break
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
V31
Milestone
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
V13
Milestone
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
13 Mile General Crook Trail Marker
Monument
Later in the drive, short detour
Final third
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Beeline Guest House
Guest_house
Near the end, right off the route
Home stretch
0.4 mi from route
~1 min detour
Element by Marriott Phoenix North Norterra
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
2.6 mi from route
~6 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Visit websiteAC Hotel by Marriott Phoenix North Norterra
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Phoenix, AZ
Visit websiteStudio 6 Phoenix - Deer Valley
Motel
Near the start, short detour
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Agua Fria National Monument
Camp_site
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.5 mi from route
~6 min detour
Howard Johnson Phoenix North
Hotel
Near the start, short detour
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Starting in Deer Valley, AZ
Full guide →Arriving in Pine, AZ
Full guide →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 2h 17m. Total distance: 115.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.5 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (West Pinnacle Peak Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Montezuma Castle National Monument and Tuzigoot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Pine, AZ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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