How far is Kingman, AZ from Lake Havasu City, AZ?
The driving distance from Kingman, AZ to Lake Havasu City, AZ is about 60.1 miles (96.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 17m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 08m.
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
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kingman and Lake Havasu City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingman and Lake Havasu City.
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Start on North 4th Street
21 m · 8 sec · North 4th Street
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Turn left onto East Beale Street
1.4 km · 2 min · East Beale Street
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Turn left onto Los Angeles
1727 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
38.4 mi · 38 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 95 South: Lake Havasu City, Parker
1420 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
17.7 mi · 22 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Turn left onto Acoma Boulevard West
2.1 mi · 4 min · Acoma Boulevard West
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Turn left 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 Kingman and Lake Havasu City.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Purple Heart Trail
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
38.4 mi · 00h 38m
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 Kingman and 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 Kingman to Lake Havasu City?
The road trip is about 60.1 miles (96.7 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Desert Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30 miles from Kingman and 30.1 miles from Lake Havasu City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 4:12 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.50 one way or $20.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kingman and Sunny near Lake Havasu City.
Stop Ideas Near Desert Hills
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 Desert Hills.
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Kingman
Kingman (Greyhound), Arizona
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kingman and Lake Havasu City. Straight-line distance: 51.09 mi (82.22 km).
#1 Kingman
City in Arizona, USA
| Population | 31,815 |
| Coordinates | 35.1894400, -114.0530100 |
| Altitude | 1021 |
| 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: 97 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $10.50 | $20.99 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $11.80 | $23.60 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $13.50 | $26.99 |
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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