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Catalina Foothills, AZ Road Trips

Sitting in the Desert Southwest, Catalina Foothills, AZ is a local road trip base with 13 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 117 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Catalina Foothills, AZ spread mainly west and north, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown Catalina Foothills, AZ, AZ

Photo: Mark Direen

Trip Routes

13

Longest Drive

257 mi

Flagstaff, AZ

Quickest Drive

16m

Tucson, AZ

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Trips from Catalina Foothills, AZ

Driving from Catalina Foothills, AZ

Expect an average of 117 miles and about 2h 10m behind the wheel when leaving Catalina Foothills, AZ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 239 miles (4h 12m), while the shortest is just 7 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Catalina Foothills, AZ most often head toward Yuma, AZ (239.2 mi, 4h 12m), Maryvale, AZ (123.2 mi, 2h 20m), Phoenix, AZ (113.6 mi, 2h 7m), Tempe, AZ (109.7 mi, 2h 4m), and Tempe Junction, AZ (107.5 mi, 2h 2m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in AZ currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 117-mile trip from Catalina Foothills, AZ, budget about $23 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 mapped routes leaving Catalina Foothills, AZ and 7 routes heading into Catalina Foothills, AZ, covering 13 total connections. Distances range from 7 to 239 miles.

The longest mapped route from Catalina Foothills, AZ covers 239 miles and takes approximately 4h 12m. Shorter options start at just 7 miles.

The average route from Catalina Foothills, AZ runs about 117 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 117-mile trip from Catalina Foothills, AZ costs roughly $23 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Catalina Foothills, AZ include Yuma, AZ, Maryvale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ and Tempe, AZ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Catalina Foothills, AZ by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

51,756

Median Income

$113,201

Median Home Value

$604,100

Median Age

55.9

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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