How far is Flagstaff, AZ from Prescott Valley, AZ?

The driving distance from Flagstaff, AZ to Prescott Valley, AZ is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 37m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 14m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
86.74 mi
01h 37m
Flight
55.4 mi
89.15 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
55.4 mi
Kilometers
89.15 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
86.74 mi
Kilometers
139.59 km
Drive Time
01h 37m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 37m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Prescott Valley
Fri, Apr 17, 6:10 PM MST
Return by in Flagstaff
Fri, Apr 17, 7:48 PM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Flagstaff
2026-04-17T16:33
Arrive Prescott Valley
Fri, Apr 17, 6:10 PM MST
Route Timing
01h 37m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:37 AM to 11:37 AM MST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:16 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Flagstaff
9:30 PM MST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Lake Montezuma
AZ

Census-designated place in Yavapai County, Arizona

From Flagstaff
43.4 mi
00h 48m
To Prescott Valley
43.4 mi
00h 48m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM MST
Wind
13 to 16 mph NW
Destination
69°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Flagstaff and Prescott Valley.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Flagstaff and Prescott Valley.

  1. 1

    Start on West Historic Route 66

    153 m · 15 sec · West Historic Route 66

  2. 2

    Turn slight left onto South Milton Road

    1.8 mi · 4 min · South Milton Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway

    61.1 mi · 1 hr 2 min · Arizona Veterans Highway

  4. 4

    Take the exit slight right toward AZ-169: Cherry Road, Prescott

    1847 ft · 46 sec

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Dewey-Copper Canyon Highway

    15 mi · 17 min · Dewey-Copper Canyon Highway

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway

    6.4 mi · 9 min · Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto North Robert Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · North Robert Road

  8. 8

    Turn right onto East Spouse Drive

    1509 ft · 41 sec · East Spouse Drive

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Spouse Drive

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Flagstaff and Prescott Valley.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
9 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Arizona Veterans Highway
61.1 mi · 70%
Dewey-Copper Canyon Highway
15 mi · 17%
Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway
6.42 mi · 7%
South Milton Road
1.81 mi · 2%
North Robert Road
1.64 mi · 2%
AZ-169
0.35 mi
Longest Stretch

Arizona Veterans Highway

Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway

61.1 mi · 01h 02m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 37m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 14m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+31.3 mi
55.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Montezuma
00h 48m from Flagstaff
Leave By
3:16 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Flagstaff and Sunny near Prescott Valley.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Flagstaff to Prescott Valley?

The road trip is about 86.7 miles (139.6 km) and usually takes 01h 37m 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?

Lake Montezuma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.4 miles from Flagstaff and 43.4 miles from Prescott Valley.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 55.4 miles (89.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.3 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 3:16 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.15 one way or $30.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Flagstaff and Sunny near Prescott Valley.

Stop Ideas Near Lake Montezuma

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Lake Montezuma and the surrounding midpoint area.
Days Inn by Wyndham Camp Verde Arizona
Stay option 10.5 mi away

Days Inn by Wyndham Camp Verde Arizona

Camp Verde , AZ
1640 AZ-260, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Rating 4.0/5 589 reviews Hotel,Lodge
Sedona Dog Park
Scenic stop 13 mi away

Sedona Dog Park

Sedona , AZ
950 Soldiers Pass Rd, Sedona, AZ 86336
Rating 4.6/5 256 reviews Tourist attraction,Dog park
Worthwhile Wealth Council
Practical stop 12.8 mi away

Worthwhile Wealth Council

Sedona , AZ
2030 W State Rte 89A suite b2/b, Sedona, AZ 86336
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Investment service,Consultant
Camp Verde Az
Meeting point 10.1 mi away

Camp Verde Az

Camp Verde , AZ
Camp Verde Way, Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Rating 4.5/5 30 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Montezuma.

BUS

Camp Verde, Arizona

9 mi away
1613 Finnie Flats Rd
BUS

Sedona (Center Bus Stop), Arizona

27 mi away
300 North Highway 89A
BUS

Flagstaff (Greyhound), Arizona

63 mi away
399 S. Malpais Ln.
RAIL

Flagstaff Station

64 mi away
1 East Route 66

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Flagstaff and Prescott Valley. Straight-line distance: 55.4 mi (89.15 km).

Flagstaff

#1 Flagstaff

The most populous city in Coconino County, Arizona.

Population73,939
Coordinates35.1980700, -111.6512700
Altitude2104
CountryUnited States
Prescott Valley

#2 Prescott Valley

Town of the United States

Population47,901
Coordinates34.6100200, -112.3157200
Altitude1532
CountryUnited States
Start: Flagstaff (-111.65127, 35.19807)
End: Prescott Valley (-112.31572, 34.61002)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 140 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 53m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 26m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 04m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.06 gal
11.59 L · about $15.15
Round trip
$30.30
6.12 gal · 23.18 L
Estimated CO2
27.2 kg one way
Round trip: 54.4 kg / 120 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $15.15 $30.30
Mid-grade $5.34 $16.33 $32.67
Premium $5.57 $17.03 $34.06
Diesel $6.37 $19.48 $38.96

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arizona · Apr 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Flagstaff and Prescott Valley. The current time is 16:33:51.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.