How far is New River, AZ from Flagstaff, AZ?
The driving distance from New River, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ is about 111 miles (178.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.8 miles (149.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 26m 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 43m.
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.
Town of the United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between New River and Flagstaff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New River and Flagstaff.
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Start on North Kelley Road
1083 ft · 42 sec · North Kelley Road
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Turn left onto West New River Road
1769 ft · 40 sec · West New River Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto I-17 Frontage Road
1415 ft · 31 sec · I-17 Frontage Road
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Turn right onto New River Road
1148 ft · 28 sec · New River Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
1790 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
6.9 mi · 7 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi · 10 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
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Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
13.4 mi · 14 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
77.3 mi · 1 hr 18 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Continue on Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
1 km · 44 sec · Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
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Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
2638 ft · 42 sec · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Continue on South Milton Road
1.8 mi · 5 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 New River and Flagstaff.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Arizona Veterans Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
77.3 mi · 01h 18m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving New River and Sunny near Flagstaff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from New River to Flagstaff?
The road trip is about 111 miles (178.7 km) and usually takes 01h 43m 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?
Camp Verde is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.4 miles from New River and 55.6 miles from Flagstaff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.8 miles (149.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.2 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 3:04 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.41 one way or $38.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around New River and Sunny near Flagstaff.
Stop Ideas Near Camp Verde
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Main Stage
Days Inn by Wyndham Camp Verde Arizona
Garrison Park
Camp Verde Az
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Camp Verde.
Camp Verde, Arizona
Sedona (Center Bus Stop), Arizona
Flagstaff (Greyhound), Arizona
Flagstaff Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between New River and Flagstaff. Straight-line distance: 92.78 mi (149.32 km).
#1 New River
Census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 10,740 |
| Coordinates | 33.9158700, -112.1359900 |
| Altitude | 614 |
| 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: 179 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 23m |
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 | $19.41 | $38.82 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $20.92 | $41.85 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $21.82 | $43.64 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $24.95 | $49.91 |
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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