Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 4, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 12m
Distance
205 mi
330 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$40
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peoria, AZ
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Dolan Springs, AZ
Hans D.
Peoria, AZ to Dolan Springs, AZ is 205 miles and takes about 4h 12m via Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Arizona, traversing the Desert Southwest region. Expect a drive primarily on surface roads, offering a more grounded experience than a pure interstate journey. It's a straightforward route, ideal if you're looking for a direct path between these two points with minimal fuss.
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
102.5 miles from Peoria, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wickenburg–Kingman Highway | 106.7 mi | 2h 9m |
| Grand Avenue | 29 mi | 40m |
| Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway | 27.3 mi | 31m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 21.5 mi | 21m |
| Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway | 9 mi | 10m |
| Pierce Ferry Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| West Beale Street | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Wickenburg Way | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, AZ and Dolan Springs, AZ.
Start on North 83rd Avenue
Turn left onto US 60
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Enter roundabout onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
Enter roundabout onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Enter roundabout onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Turn left onto US 93
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Take the exit onto US 93
Merge onto I 40; US 93
Take the exit onto US 93
Turn slight right onto US 93
Merge onto US 93
Continue on US 93
Turn right onto CR 25
Turn left onto Tom White Drive
Arrive at destination
Given the 4h 12m duration, leaving Peoria, AZ after morning rush hour, around 9 AM, should get you to Dolan Springs with plenty of daylight remaining. Since this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility with your schedule. Plan for one stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you get closer to Dolan Springs, as services can become less frequent on these surface road sections.
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.
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 45 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.5 miles or 2h 12m 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 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dolan Springs, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Peoria, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Peoria, AZ
This is one driving day of about 205 miles and 4h 12m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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.
A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 102.5 miles from Peoria, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Wickenburg–Kingman Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.7 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 198.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn slight right onto US 93 toward US 93: Beale Street, Las Vegas
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto US 93 / West Beale Street
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto CR 25 / Pierce Ferry Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$39.73 one way
$79.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.20 | $41.98 | $83.97 |
| premium | $5.44 | $43.88 | $87.76 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $45.19 | $90.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$40
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$65–$90
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.5 | 0 | $21.53 | $9.84 |
| Efficient EV | 51.3 | 0 | $17.94 | $8.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82 | 1 | $28.70 | $13.12 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Peoria on Friday
Local time
7:47 AM
MST
Current temp
82°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Morning in Dolan Springs on Friday
Local time
7:47 AM
MST
Current temp
72°F
Clear
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is mostly surface roads, with 100% of it on non-highway routes. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 106.7 miles on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway before transitioning to other surface roads. Be prepared for more frequent intersections and variable speed limits characteristic of driving through populated areas and rural landscapes.
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 early in the drive near US 60 / Grand Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 205 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: near the start (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 169.3 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 169.7 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
Total Climb
4,231 ft
Total Descent
1,996 ft
Highest Point
3,645 ft
~146.4 mi in
Elevation Range
2,505 ft
Notable High Points
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Peoria, AZ to Dolan Springs, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Las Vegas along the way.
Las Vegas
Peoria is a city inside of Phoenix, Arizona. Many visitors come to the area during the spring to see their favorite professional baseball team during Spring Training in the Cactus League.
Top landmarks
Northern Arizona is a region in Arizona, a state of the United States of America. It is most famous for the Grand Canyon but includes a wide range of other destinations that are notable for their scenery and diversity.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 12m. Total distance: 205 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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