Arizona road trips
Best Road Trips in Arizona
20 popular Arizona drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $3.45/gal.
Editor's picks
Top Arizona Drives Right Now
Curated short-distance Arizona routes — the most popular, lowest-cost picks.
Sedona, AZ → Phoenix, AZ
118 mi · 1.9 h · ~$15 gas
Las Vegas, NV → Sedona, AZ
248 mi · 4.0 h · ~$31 gas
Las Vegas, NV → Phoenix, AZ
302 mi · 4.9 h · ~$37 gas
Tucson, AZ → Phoenix, AZ
115 mi · 1.8 h · ~$14 gas
Flagstaff, AZ → Phoenix, AZ
145 mi · 2.3 h · ~$18 gas
Las Vegas, NV → Flagstaff, AZ
244 mi · 3.9 h · ~$30 gas
Our Arizona road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Arizona metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $3.45/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $3.45/gal Arizona regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Arizona origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Houston → Flagstaff
The headline Arizona road trip — 1202 miles, about 19.4 hours of driving and roughly $148 in gas at $3.45/gal.
More top Arizona drives (19)
Houston → Sedona
1202 mi · ~19.4 h · ~$148 gas
Open tripHouston → Phoenix
1196 mi · ~19.3 h · ~$147 gas
Open tripHouston → Tucson
1105 mi · ~17.8 h · ~$136 gas
Open tripDallas → Phoenix
1043 mi · ~16.8 h · ~$129 gas
Open tripDallas → Sedona
1026 mi · ~16.5 h · ~$126 gas
Open tripDallas → Flagstaff
1022 mi · ~16.5 h · ~$126 gas
Open tripDallas → Tucson
972 mi · ~15.7 h · ~$120 gas
Open tripAmarillo → Phoenix
704 mi · ~11.4 h · ~$87 gas
Open tripLubbock → Phoenix
694 mi · ~11.2 h · ~$86 gas
Open tripLubbock → Sedona
675 mi · ~10.9 h · ~$83 gas
Open tripLubbock → Flagstaff
671 mi · ~10.8 h · ~$83 gas
Open tripAmarillo → Tucson
663 mi · ~10.7 h · ~$82 gas
Open tripAmarillo → Sedona
663 mi · ~10.7 h · ~$82 gas
Open tripAmarillo → Flagstaff
654 mi · ~10.5 h · ~$81 gas
Open tripLubbock → Tucson
630 mi · ~10.2 h · ~$78 gas
Open tripEl Paso → Flagstaff
449 mi · ~7.2 h · ~$55 gas
Open tripEl Paso → Sedona
439 mi · ~7.1 h · ~$54 gas
Open tripEl Paso → Phoenix
430 mi · ~6.0 h · ~$53 gas
Open tripEl Paso → Tucson
309 mi · ~5.0 h · ~$38 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Arizona
Top Arizona road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $3.45/gal.
Cheapest Arizona road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Arizona.
Long-distance road trips from Arizona
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Arizona — New Mexico, Utah, Nevada.
Gas prices in Arizona
Estimated regular at $3.45/gal · premium $4.05 · diesel $3.75.
Best vehicles for Arizona drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Arizona
Daily driving cost estimates for major Arizona-area cities.
EV vs gas in Arizona
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Arizona trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Arizona road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Arizona. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Arizona road trip cost in fuel?
At Arizona's estimated $3.45/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $12.32 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Arizona EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Arizona routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.