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Trip from Kingman, AZ to Yuma, AZ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 22m

Distance

215.5 mi

347 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 9m ★
6 AM
4h 22m
8 AM
4h 49m
10 AM
4h 32m
12 PM
4h 29m
3 PM
4h 33m
5 PM
4h 48m
8 PM
4h 14m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and seat of Mohave County, Arizona, United States

Kingman, AZ

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city in and county seat of Yuma County, Arizona, United States

Yuma, AZ

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Trip Overview

Spanning 215.5 miles through the heart of the Desert Southwest, this journey from Kingman to Yuma takes roughly 4 hours and 22 minutes to complete. You will navigate primarily via the Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway, the San Luis–Yuma–Quartzsite Highway, and the Purple Heart Trail. Given the manageable distance, this route functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to budget approximately $43 for fuel to cover the entire trek. Since you are staying within the Arizona desert, you will experience a consistent, arid landscape throughout the drive, making this a practical and predictable transit between these two desert hubs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

107.7 miles from Kingman, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway 77.3 mi 1h 33m
San Luis–Yuma–Quartzsite Highway 66.4 mi 1h 21m
Purple Heart Trail 38.4 mi 38m
East 16th Street 10.7 mi 15m
Riverside Drive 7.1 mi 8m
North Central Boulevard 6 mi 8m
Rio Vista Highway 4.4 mi 5m
Harold C Giss Parkway 1 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway — 77.3 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kingman, AZ and Yuma, AZ.

1

Start on North 4th Street

67 ft · 8 sec · North 4th Street
2

Turn left onto East Beale Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · East Beale Street
3

Turn left

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward Los Angeles Use the left lane.
4

Merge onto I 40

38 mi · 38 min · Purple Heart Trail
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 9 Toward AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker
6

Turn left onto AZ 95

40 mi · 50 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
7

Continue on AZ 95

7.1 mi · 8 min · Riverside Drive
8

Turn straight onto AZ 95

6.6 mi · 7 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
9

Continue on AZ 95

4.4 mi · 5 min · Rio Vista Highway
10

Turn left onto AZ 95

0.9 mi · 1 min · California Avenue
11

Continue on AZ 95

11 mi · 13 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
12

Continue on AZ 95

20 mi · 22 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
13

Continue on AZ 95

6.0 mi · 8 min · North Central Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
14

Continue on US 95

66 mi · 1 hr 21 min · San Luis–Yuma–Quartzsite Highway
15

Continue on US 95

11 mi · 15 min · East 16th Street
Use the right lane.
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec
17

Merge onto I 8

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 8
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward Giss Parkway
19

Keep slight left at fork

189 ft · 4 sec
20

Enter roundabout onto Harold C Giss Parkway

251 ft · 4 sec · Harold C Giss Parkway
21

Continue on Harold C Giss Parkway

0.6 mi · 1 min · Harold C Giss Parkway
22

Enter roundabout onto Harold C Giss Parkway

120 ft · 2 sec · Harold C Giss Parkway
23

Continue on Harold C Giss Parkway

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Harold C Giss Parkway
24

Turn right onto I 8 BUS; US 80 Hist

0.3 mi · 35 sec · South 4th Avenue
25

Arrive at destination

I 8 BUS

Trip Plan

Planning for this trip is straightforward since it requires only a single planned stop to maintain a comfortable pace. Aim to depart early in the morning to avoid the heat of the desert, which remains a constant factor throughout the day. With a total duration of 4 hours and 22 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your itinerary based on your personal comfort level. Be mindful that because the route consists entirely of highway travel, you should prioritize fuel efficiency and check your levels before leaving Kingman to ensure you stay within your $43 budget. Keep a close eye on the transitions between the three main highways, as navigating the turns effectively will make your time on the road much smoother.

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 107.7 miles from Kingman, AZ, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.3 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 47 miles or 51m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 107.7 miles or 2h 6m 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 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yuma, 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 215.5 miles and 4h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 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 Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway for about 77.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Cienega Springs, AZ, AZ

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cienega Springs, AZ

108 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

Desert Hills, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Parker, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 107.7 miles from Kingman, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.3 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Z Fun Factory

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 12–10 pm

+19287266000

Visit website

Colorado River State Historic Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19283290471

Visit website

Gateway Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, AZ

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+19283735204

Visit website

Yuma Territorial Prison State Historic Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19287834771

Visit website

West Wetlands Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 6 am–11 pm

+19283735200

Visit website

Childrens Museum of Yuma County

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19289197286

Visit website

Yuma Visitor Information Center

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19287830071

Visit website

Sanguinetti House Museum and Gardens

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: Closed

+19287821841

Visit website

Escape Room Yuma

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.5

Yuma, Arizona

Hours: 2:30–6:30 pm

+19282107470

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 214.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward Los Angeles

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward Los Angeles
6
39.6 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 9 Toward AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker
6
39.9 mi into trip | ~42m in | AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway

Turn left onto AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
214.2 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

5
214.2 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in | Harold C Giss Parkway

Enter roundabout onto Harold C Giss Parkway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$42.93 one way

$85.86 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $45.43 $90.87
premium $5.59 $47.44 $94.87
diesel $5.61 $47.58 $95.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 75.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64.6 0 $22.63 $10.34
Efficient EV 53.9 0 $18.86 $8.62
EV Truck/SUV 86.2 1 $30.17 $13.79

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 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

11:01 PM

MST

Current temp

79°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yuma, AZ

Night in Yuma on Saturday

Local time

11:01 PM

MST

Current temp

87°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

8 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

4h 22m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Because this route is 100% highway, you will spend your entire time on paved thoroughfares, though the road's personality shifts as you transition between local stretches. You will face a longest uninterrupted segment of 77.3 miles on the Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway, which serves as the backbone of your trip. The technical nature of the turns keeps the drive engaging, so be prepared for constant adjustments behind the wheel. The transition between these specific highways creates a varied rhythm that prevents the drive from feeling like a repetitive highway slog.

Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 77.3 mi on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 215.5 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles (AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway): Lane positioning matters here.

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 Yuma, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Parker along the way.

Parker

39.6 mi in | ~41m

About the Cities

Starting in Kingman, AZ

Full guide →

Kingman is the county seat of Mohave County, in Northern Arizona.

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 4h 22m. Total distance: 215.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 77.3 miles on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock 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 Yuma, 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 39.9 miles (AZ 95 / Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway): Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Yuma, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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