How far is Parker, AZ from Phoenix, AZ?
The driving distance from Parker, AZ to Phoenix, AZ is about 155.8 miles (250.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136.1 miles (219 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in La Paz County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Parker and Phoenix.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Parker and Phoenix.
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Start on California Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · California Avenue
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Continue on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Continue on Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
19.6 mi · 22 min · Quartzsite–Parker–Topock Highway
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Continue on North Central Boulevard
3.1 mi · 4 min · North Central Boulevard
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Riggles Road
965 ft · 23 sec · Riggles Road
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Take the ramp left
2715 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
104.7 mi · 1 hr 46 min · Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
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Continue on Papago Freeway
19.2 mi · 22 min · Papago Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward 7th Avenue
1345 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities
549 ft · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto North 7th Avenue
136 m · 16 sec · North 7th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Roosevelt Street
2414 ft · 1 min · West Roosevelt Street
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Turn right onto North 1st Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · North 1st Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on North 1st Avenue
1 km · 1 min · North 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto West Adams Street
776 ft · 40 sec · West Adams Street
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Turn right onto North 1st Street
125 m · 18 sec · North 1st Street
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Turn right onto East Washington Street
138 m · 15 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Parker and Phoenix.
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
105 mi · 01h 46m
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 Parker and Sunny near Phoenix.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Parker to Phoenix?
The road trip is about 155.8 miles (250.7 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Salome is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.1 miles from Parker and 74.8 miles from Phoenix.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136.1 miles (219 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.7 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 1:10 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $27.23 one way or $54.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Parker and Sunny near Phoenix.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Parker and Phoenix. Straight-line distance: 136.11 mi (219.04 km).
#1 Parker
Town in and county seat of La Paz County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 3,281 |
| Coordinates | 34.1500200, -114.2891200 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Phoenix
The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,708,127 |
| Coordinates | 33.4483800, -112.0740400 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Washington Street (-112.074064, 33.448223)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 251 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $27.23 | $54.46 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $29.36 | $58.72 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $30.61 | $61.23 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $35.01 | $70.03 |
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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