If you are looking to travel from Kingman to Buckeye, you should plan for a 192.1-mile journey that typically takes about 3 hours and 7 minutes. This trek through the Desert Southwest is perfectly manageable as a one-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via East Beale Street, US 93, and the Purple Heart Trail. With an estimated fuel cost of $38, it is a relatively affordable excursion. Since both cities are located within the same region, you can expect a consistent climate and environment throughout the entire drive.
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 miles from Kingman, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 93
91.1 mi
1h 46m
Purple Heart Trail
22.1 mi
22m
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16.3 mi
24m
Grand Avenue
16.1 mi
19m
Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
14.5 mi
16m
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
8.7 mi
10m
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
8.5 mi
9m
South Miller Road
3.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
US 93
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingman, AZ and Buckeye, AZ.
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Start on North 4th Street
67 ft·8 sec·North 4th Street
2
Turn left onto East Beale Street
0.8 mi·1 min·East Beale Street
3
Take the ramp onto US 93
0.3 mi·36 sec·US 93
Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, PhoenixUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi·22 min·Purple Heart Trail
5
Take the exit onto US 93
91 mi·1 hr 46 min·US 93
Exit 71Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, PhoenixUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto US 93
11 mi·12 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.6 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
8
Enter roundabout onto US 93
138 ft·5 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
9
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 93
139 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
11
Continue on US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Continue on US 93
104 ft·4 sec·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
1.2 mi·2 min·Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft·8 sec·East Wickenburg Way
17
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi·2 min·East Wickenburg Way
18
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi·10 min·Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
19
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi·5 min·Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi·1 min·Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
21
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi·1 min·Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
9.9 mi·12 min·Grand Avenue
23
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward AZ 303 Loop South
24
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop
14 mi·16 min·Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
25
Take the exit
1.0 mi·1 min
Exit 104BToward I 10 West: Los AngelesUse the slight right lane.
26
Merge onto I 10
8.5 mi·9 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
27
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Exit 114Toward BuckeyeUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on South Miller Road
3.9 mi·6 min·South Miller Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Continue on North 1st Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North 1st Street
30
Turn left onto US 80 Hist
0.4 mi·55 sec·East Monroe Avenue
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 80 Hist
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 3-hour and 7-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You should budget for at least one stop during the trip to stretch your legs and manage your fuel consumption effectively. Given the $38 estimated cost, keeping an eye on your tank before leaving Kingman is a smart move to ensure you reach Buckeye without stress. Because the road is turn-heavy, try to avoid traveling during peak congestion hours to keep your transit time as efficient as possible. Prioritize a steady pace to handle the local road segments comfortably.
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 miles from Kingman, AZ, or about 1h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 41 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 94 miles or 1h 47m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buckeye, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kingman, 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 Kingman, AZ
This is one driving day of about 188 miles and 3h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Kingman, 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 US 93 for about 91.1 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 182.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.8 mi into trip|~2m in|US 93
Take the ramp onto US 93 toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Pho...
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23.2 mi into trip|~24m in|US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 71
Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix
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158.2 mi into trip|~3h 10m in
Take the exit toward AZ 303 Loop South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward AZ 303 Loop South
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173.2 mi into trip|~3h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 104B
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
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182.8 mi into trip|~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward Buckeye
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 114
Toward Buckeye
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.45 one way
$74.90 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg66 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$39.64
$79.27
premium
$5.59
$41.38
$82.76
diesel
$5.61
$41.51
$83.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.8 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
56.4
0
$19.74
$9.02
Efficient EV
47
0
$16.45
$7.52
EV Truck/SUV
75.2
0
$26.32
$12.03
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
Kingman, AZ
Night
in Kingman on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
MST
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Buckeye, AZ
Night
in Buckeye on Saturday
Local time
9:17 PM
MST
Current temp
89°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 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route requires you to stay engaged as you navigate through the varying road conditions. The path is characterized by its technical nature rather than long, straight highway stretches. Because this is not a traditional high-speed interstate corridor, you will find the experience feels more like a deliberate local navigation. Plan to adjust your driving style to account for the frequent turns that define this specific 192.1-mile path.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.1 mi on US 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 93.
Driving Effort10/10
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 19 significant decision points across 188 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 0.8 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.2 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kingman, AZ to Buckeye, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Phoenix along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 48m. Total distance: 188 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 91.1 miles on US 93. 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 Buckeye, 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 0.8 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.2 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Buckeye, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
