How far is Buckeye, AZ from Lake Havasu City, AZ?
Fastest route
Distance and directions from Buckeye, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ:
- Distance: 166 miles (267 kilometers)
- Travel time: 2 hours, 47 minutes (without traffic)
- Route: I-10 W
- Halfway point: Quartzsite, AZ
Steps to get from Buckeye to Lake Havasu City by car:
- Head west on Dysart Rd toward I-10 W.
- Merge onto I-10 W.
- Take exit 45 for Vicksburg Rd toward AZ-72 W.
- Turn right onto Vicksburg Rd.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on Vicksburg Rd.
- Turn left onto AZ-72 W.
- Continue onto AZ-95 N.
- Turn right onto Acoma Blvd S.
- Turn right onto Smoketree Ave N.
- Turn right onto Mescal Loop.
Some tips for your trip:
- If you're traveling during peak hours, expect traffic delays.
- There is a toll road along the way, so be sure to have cash or an electronic toll pass.
- If you're looking for a scenic route, you can take the AZ-85 N instead of I-10 W.
- There are a number of restaurants, shops, and attractions in Lake Havasu City, so you'll be sure to find something to keep you busy.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 03h 05m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in La Paz County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buckeye and Lake Havasu City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckeye and Lake Havasu City.
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Start on East Monroe Avenue
2150 ft · 57 sec · East Monroe Avenue
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Continue on MC 85
2 mi · 3 min · MC 85
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Turn right onto South Oglesby Road
3.7 mi · 5 min · South Oglesby Road
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Los Angeles
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
92 mi · 1 hr 32 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 95, AZ 95: Parker, Yuma
1851 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Riggles Road
561 ft · 17 sec · Riggles Road
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto North Central Boulevard
3.1 mi · 3 min · North Central Boulevard
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Continue on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
19.6 mi · 22 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Turn left onto Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Continue on California Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · California Avenue
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Turn right onto Rio Vista Highway
4.4 mi · 6 min · Rio Vista Highway
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Continue on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
6.6 mi · 7 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Continue on Riverside Drive
7.1 mi · 8 min · Riverside Drive
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Continue on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
17.1 mi · 20 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Turn right onto South Acoma Boulevard
3.1 mi · 6 min · South Acoma Boulevard
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Turn right onto Smoketree Avenue North
930 ft · 27 sec · Smoketree Avenue North
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Turn right onto Mescal Loop
16 m · 2 sec · Mescal Loop
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mescal Loop
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buckeye and Lake Havasu City.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
92 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Clear leaving Buckeye and Mostly Sunny near Lake Havasu City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buckeye to Lake Havasu City?
The road trip is about 166.3 miles (267.7 km) and usually takes 03h 05m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Quartzsite is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.9 miles from Buckeye and 79.5 miles from Lake Havasu City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 125.9 miles (202.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:50 AM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.06 one way or $58.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Buckeye and Mostly Sunny near Lake Havasu City.
Stop Ideas Near Quartzsite
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Quartzsite.
Yuma
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buckeye and Lake Havasu City. Straight-line distance: 125.91 mi (202.64 km).
#1 Buckeye
Town in Maricopa County, Arizona
| Population | 85,224 |
| Coordinates | 33.3703200, -112.5837800 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lake Havasu City
A city in Mohave County, Arizona.
| Population | 55,865 |
| Coordinates | 34.4839000, -114.3224500 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mescal Loop (-114.322535, 34.483857)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 268 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $29.06 | $58.12 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $31.33 | $62.67 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $32.67 | $65.34 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $37.37 | $74.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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