How far is Show Low, AZ from Flagstaff, AZ?
The driving distance from Show Low, AZ to Flagstaff, AZ is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 25m 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 02h 12m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Navajo County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Show Low and Flagstaff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Show Low and Flagstaff.
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Start on East Deuce of Clubs
1.1 km · 2 min · East Deuce of Clubs
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Turn left onto North Penrod Road
3.5 mi · 4 min · North Penrod Road
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Continue on Show Low-Holbrook Highway
11.4 mi · 13 min · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
2176 ft · 53 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Show Low-Holbrook Highway
1 mi · 2 min · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
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Continue on South Main Street
2.4 mi · 5 min · South Main Street
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Continue on Show Low-Holbrook Highway
900 ft · 12 sec · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
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Continue on Arizona State Highway 77
2 mi · 3 min · Arizona State Highway 77
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Continue on Show Low-Holbrook Highway
24.5 mi · 28 min · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
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Continue on Holbrook-Springerville Highway
2841 ft · 57 sec · Holbrook-Springerville Highway
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Continue on Navajo Boulevard
1036 ft · 21 sec · Navajo Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Hopi Drive
1.7 mi · 3 min · West Hopi Drive
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Take the ramp left toward Holbrook-Springerville Highway
2655 ft · 1 min · Holbrook-Springerville Highway
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Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
86.1 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Purple Heart Trail
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Take the exit slight right toward Butler Avenue
1845 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto East Butler Avenue
1440 ft · 37 sec · East Butler Avenue
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Continue on South Ponderosa Parkway
1123 ft · 35 sec · South Ponderosa Parkway
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Turn left onto East Route 66
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Route 66
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Continue on East Historic Route 66
1002 ft · 23 sec · East 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 Show Low and Flagstaff.
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
86.1 mi · 01h 27m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Show Low and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Flagstaff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Show Low to Flagstaff?
The road trip is about 137.5 miles (221.3 km) and usually takes 02h 12m 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?
Winslow is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.7 miles from Show Low and 68.8 miles from Flagstaff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 112.8 miles (181.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.7 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 2:04 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.01 one way or $48.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Show Low and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Flagstaff.
Stop Ideas Near Winslow
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 Winslow.
Winslow
Flagstaff (Greyhound), Arizona
Flagstaff Station
Sedona (Center Bus Stop), Arizona
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Show Low and Flagstaff. Straight-line distance: 112.83 mi (181.58 km).
#1 Show Low
City in Navajo County, Arizona, United States of America
| Population | 11,578 |
| Coordinates | 34.2542100, -110.0298300 |
| Altitude | 1927 |
| 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: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $24.01 | $48.02 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $25.89 | $51.78 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $27.00 | $53.99 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $30.88 | $61.75 |
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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