How far is Chino Valley, AZ from Flagstaff, AZ?
The driving distance from Chino Valley, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ is about 86.2 miles (138.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.7 miles (88 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Coconino County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chino Valley and Flagstaff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chino Valley and Flagstaff.
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Start on Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
2.2 mi · 3 min · Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
45 m · 2 sec · Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
32.4 mi · 38 min · Prescott–Ash Fork Highway
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Take the exit right toward I 40 East
2449 ft · 60 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
44.8 mi · 45 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward I 40 Business: Flagstaff
1 km · 1 min
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Historic Route 66
3.7 mi · 6 min · West Historic Route 66
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Continue on West Historic Route 66
718 ft · 26 sec · West Historic Route 66
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Milton Road
2905 ft · 1 min · South Milton Road
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Continue on West Historic Route 66
137 m · 14 sec · West Historic Route 66
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Historic Route 66
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chino Valley and Flagstaff.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
44.8 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Chino Valley and Sunny near Flagstaff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chino Valley to Flagstaff?
The road trip is about 86.2 miles (138.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Williams is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.4 miles from Chino Valley and 43.8 miles from Flagstaff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.7 miles (88 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:34 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.05 one way or $30.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Chino Valley and Sunny near Flagstaff.
Stop Ideas Near Williams
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Family Dollar
American Legion Post 57
Mobil
United States Postal Service
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Williams.
Williams, Arizona
Williams Junction, Arizona
Flagstaff (Greyhound), Arizona
Flagstaff Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chino Valley and Flagstaff. Straight-line distance: 54.69 mi (88.01 km).
#1 Chino Valley
Town in Yavapai County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 12,819 |
| Coordinates | 34.7575200, -112.4537800 |
| Altitude | 1435 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Flagstaff
The most populous city in Coconino County, Arizona.
| Population | 73,939 |
| Coordinates | 35.1980700, -111.6512700 |
| Altitude | 2104 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 180 (-111.651222, 35.198174)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $15.05 | $30.10 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $16.23 | $32.46 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $16.92 | $33.84 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $19.35 | $38.71 |
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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