This 232.2-mile journey from Peoria, AZ to Willow Valley, AZ will take approximately 4 hours and 29 minutes of driving time. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you can focus on enjoying the drive without needing an overnight stay. You'll primarily be on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, Route 95, and the Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway, with about 28% of the route being on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $46 for this excursion. The drive offers a straightforward, turn-heavy local experience through the Desert Southwest.
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
116.1 miles from Peoria, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
105 mi
1h 45m
Route 95
47.5 mi
55m
Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
30.9 mi
35m
Aqueduct Road
16.5 mi
24m
Papago Freeway
8.2 mi
9m
Agua Fria Freeway
8 mi
9m
North Central Boulevard
3.1 mi
3m
Mohave Valley Highway
3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
— 105 mi, about 1h 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, AZ and Willow Valley, AZ.
1
Start on North 83rd Avenue
128 ft·6 sec·North 83rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto US 60
0.1 mi·23 sec·Grand Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Peoria Avenue
1.3 mi·2 min·West Peoria Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop SouthUse the left lane.
5
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
8.0 mi·9 min·Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 1AToward I 10 West: Los AngelesUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 10
8.2 mi·9 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 10
105 mi·1 hr 45 min·Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 10 Business
0.4 mi·41 sec·I 10 Business
Toward US 95, AZ 95: Parker, Yuma
10
Turn right onto I 10 Bus
0.1 mi·16 sec·Riggles Road
11
Turn left onto I 10 Bus
1.0 mi·2 min·East Main Street
12
Turn right onto AZ 95
3.1 mi·3 min·North Central Boulevard
13
Continue on AZ 95
20 mi·22 min·Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn left onto AZ 95
11 mi·13 min·Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
15
Continue on AZ 95
1.7 mi·3 min·California Avenue
16
Continue on CA 62
0.4 mi·53 sec·CA 62
17
At end of road, turn left onto CA 62
16 mi·24 min·Aqueduct Road
18
Turn sharp right onto US 95
48 mi·55 min·Route 95
19
Take the exit onto US 95
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 95
20
Merge onto I 40; US 95
0.8 mi·51 sec·Needles Freeway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·19 sec
Toward J Street
22
Turn right onto J Street
0.2 mi·34 sec·J Street
23
At end of road, turn left onto Front Street
465 ft·14 sec·Front Street
24
Turn right onto North K Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North K Street
25
Continue on AZ 95
1.2 mi·2 min·Harbor Avenue
26
Continue on AZ 95
3.0 mi·4 min·Mohave Valley Highway
27
Turn left onto Willow Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·Willow Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Willow Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 29-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a leisurely pace. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in when and where you choose to break. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 105-mile stretch on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway, as services can be spaced out. The local road nature of this route means being attentive to navigation is key.
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 116.1 miles from Peoria, AZ, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105 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 51 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 116.1 miles or 2h 2m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Willow Valley, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Peoria, 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 Peoria, AZ
This is one driving day of about 232.2 miles and 4h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Peoria, 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 105 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 1.4 and 226.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.4 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the ramp toward AZ 101 Loop South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward AZ 101 Loop South
5
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
9.8 mi into trip|~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1A
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
5
10.4 mi into trip|~14m in|I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
226.7 mi into trip|~4h 18m in|Front Street
At end of road, turn left onto Front Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$46.26 one way
$92.51 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg81 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$48.95
$97.91
premium
$5.59
$51.11
$102.22
diesel
$5.61
$51.27
$102.53
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$46
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$71–$96
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
10 DC fast chargers
· Coverage: excellent
Northern Crossing - Tesla Supercharger
Glendale, AZ
Tesla
16 DCFC
Park West - Tesla Supercharger
Peoria, AZ
Tesla
16 DCFC
Westgate Entertainment District - Tesla Supercharger
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
69.7
0
$24.38
$11.15
Efficient EV
58.1
0
$20.32
$9.29
EV Truck/SUV
92.9
1
$32.51
$14.86
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Peoria, AZ
Evening
in Peoria on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 0 to 10 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Destination
Willow Valley, AZ
Evening
in Willow Valley on Saturday
Local time
7:48 PM
MST
Current temp
54°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
34 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
4h 29m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The road personality here is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll encounter more frequent directional changes than on a typical interstate. While 28% of the drive utilizes highways, a significant portion will be on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 105 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway. This segment provides a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm before transitioning to other road types.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 105 mi on Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 232.2 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Peoria, AZ to Willow Valley, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Yuma along the way.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 29m. Total distance: 232.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 105 miles on Pearl Harbor Memorial 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 Willow Valley, 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 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Willow Valley, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
