How far is Wickenburg, AZ from Phoenix, AZ?
The driving distance from Wickenburg, AZ to Phoenix, AZ is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 10m.
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.
Census designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wickenburg and Phoenix.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wickenburg and Phoenix.
-
1
Start on South Tegner Street
48 m · 13 sec · South Tegner Street
-
2
Turn right onto East Wickenburg Way
1100 ft · 15 sec · East Wickenburg Way
-
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Wickenburg Way
1 m · 1 sec · East Wickenburg Way
-
4
Exit the rotary onto East Wickenburg Way
1.5 mi · 3 min · East Wickenburg Way
-
5
Continue on Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
8.7 mi · 11 min · Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
-
6
Continue on Grand Avenue
5.2 mi · 6 min · Grand Avenue
-
7
Continue on Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
-
8
Continue on Grand Avenue
1.1 mi · 1 min · Grand Avenue
-
9
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Avenue
31.4 mi · 49 min · Grand Avenue
-
10
Continue on Grand Avenue
3.3 mi · 6 min · Grand Avenue
-
11
Turn left onto West Van Buren Street
2256 ft · 1 min · West Van Buren Street
-
12
Turn slight right onto North 1st Avenue
781 ft · 23 sec · North 1st Avenue
-
13
Turn left onto West Adams Street
776 ft · 40 sec · West Adams Street
-
14
Turn right onto North 1st Street
125 m · 18 sec · North 1st Street
-
15
Turn right onto East Washington Street
138 m · 15 sec · East Washington Street
-
16
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wickenburg and Phoenix.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Grand Avenue
Keep slight right to continue on Grand Avenue
31.4 mi · 00h 49m
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 Wickenburg and Sunny near Phoenix.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wickenburg to Phoenix?
The road trip is about 66.1 miles (106.3 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?
Sun City West is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.9 miles from Wickenburg and 39.1 miles from Phoenix.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 4:10 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.54 one way or $23.07 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wickenburg and Sunny near Phoenix.
Stop Ideas Near Sun City West
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Parking
Surprise City Hall
City of Surprise: Police Department
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sun City West.
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wickenburg and Phoenix. Straight-line distance: 52.08 mi (83.81 km).
#1 Wickenburg
Town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 8,351 |
| Coordinates | 33.9686400, -112.7296200 |
| Altitude | 627 |
| 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: 106 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $11.54 | $23.07 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $12.44 | $24.88 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $12.97 | $25.94 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $14.83 | $29.67 |
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 23, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.