Ehrenberg, AZ to Phoenix, AZ is 146.1 miles and takes about 2h 34m via Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Desert Southwest, offering a straightforward drive from one part of Arizona to another. Expect a local drive feel with plenty of turns, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. The route is relatively short, allowing for a flexible departure time and a relaxed pace.
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
73 miles from Ehrenberg, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
124.1 mi
2h 5m
Papago Freeway
19.2 mi
22m
North 1st Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
West Roosevelt Street
0.5 mi
1m
Frontage Road North
0.4 mi
<1m
West Adams Street
0.1 mi
<1m
Poston Road
0.1 mi
<1m
East Washington Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 124.1 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ehrenberg, AZ and Phoenix, AZ.
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Start on Ehrenberg Parker Highway
156 ft·10 sec·Ehrenberg Parker Highway
2
Turn left onto Frontage Road North
0.4 mi·59 sec·Frontage Road North
3
Turn right onto Poston Road
0.1 mi·12 sec·Poston Road
4
Enter roundabout
407 ft·17 sec
5
Continue
0.3 mi·44 sec
6
Merge onto I 10; US 95
124 mi·2 hr 5 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 10
19 mi·22 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 144AToward 7th AvenueUse the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport FacilitiesUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto North 7th Avenue
445 ft·16 sec·North 7th Avenue
11
Turn left onto West Roosevelt Street
0.5 mi·1 min·West Roosevelt Street
12
Turn right onto North 1st Avenue
29 ft·0 sec·North 1st Avenue
13
Keep slight right at fork onto North 1st Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North 1st Avenue
14
Turn left onto West Adams Street
0.1 mi·40 sec·West Adams Street
15
Turn right onto North 1st Street
408 ft·18 sec·North 1st Street
16
Turn right onto East Washington Street
453 ft·15 sec·East Washington Street
17
Arrive at destination
West Washington Street
Trip Plan
Given this is a 1-day trip covering 146.1 miles, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits you best, though an early start is always recommended to maximize daylight. Plan for your single stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you begin to feel the need for a break from the numerous turns. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $29 estimated cost suggests a moderate consumption, and local road driving can sometimes be less fuel-efficient than highway cruising. A practical tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the primary roads like Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway and Papago Freeway beforehand, as the 'turn-heavy' nature means navigation will be key.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Ehrenberg, AZ, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.1 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 32 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 2m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phoenix, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ehrenberg, 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 Ehrenberg, AZ
This is one driving day of about 146.1 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Ehrenberg, 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 Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway for about 124.1 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 145.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.5 mi into trip|~1m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip|~2m in|I 10; US 95 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 10; US 95 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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144.2 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward 7th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 144A
Toward 7th Avenue
9
144.4 mi into trip|~2h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward 7th Avenue South, Arizona State Universi...
5
145.9 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|North 1st Street
Turn right onto North 1st Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.10 one way
$58.21 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg51 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$30.80
$61.60
premium
$5.59
$32.16
$64.32
diesel
$5.61
$32.26
$64.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.8
0
$15.34
$7.01
Efficient EV
36.5
0
$12.78
$5.84
EV Truck/SUV
58.4
0
$20.45
$9.35
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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 20, 2026
Origin
Ehrenberg, AZ
Late night
in Ehrenberg on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
MST
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Phoenix, AZ
Late night
in Phoenix on Tuesday
Local time
3:48 AM
MST
Current temp
84°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 34m 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?
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' indicating you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction rather than a continuous interstate cruise. With only 13% of the route on major highways, much of your journey will be on surface streets and local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch spans 124.1 miles on the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, suggesting that once you're on this main artery, you'll have a substantial period of consistent travel before the local road segments begin again. Be prepared for a more engaged driving experience with frequent adjustments.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 124.1 mi on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 146.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (I 10; US 95 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 144.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Phoenix is the capital of the state of Arizona, the most populous city in the American Southwest. Warm and sunny winter weather have ensured a thriving tourism industry, and the city has become the region's primary political, cultural, economic, and transportation center. Phoenix is extremely hot and dry in the summertime, so always have sunscreen with you! It had about 1,625,000 residents in 2021, and is the fifth largest city in the United States.
Top landmarks
•Arizona State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Arizona
•Phoenix Art Museum — art museum in Phoenix, Arizona
•St. Mary's Basilica — Roman Catholic church in Phoenix, Arizona
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 146.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (13%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 124.1 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.5 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (I 10; US 95 / Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 144.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Phoenix, AZ before heading back.
