Safford, AZ Road Trips
With 4 routes heading out and 8 heading in, Safford, AZ works well as a modest departure point in the Desert Southwest. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 155-mile quick runs to 195-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Safford, AZ head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
12
Longest Drive
299.4 mi
Flagstaff, AZ
Quickest Drive
46m
Bylas, AZ
Plan Around Safford, AZ
Popular Incoming Routes
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Continue From Safford, AZ
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Trips from Safford, AZ
Driving from Safford, AZ
Expect an average of 175 miles and about 3h 38m behind the wheel when leaving Safford, AZ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 195 miles (3h 59m), while the shortest is just 155 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Safford, AZ are Casa Grande, AZ (195 mi, 3h 33m), Deer Valley, AZ (184.8 mi, 3h 59m), Phoenix, AZ (165.2 mi, 3h 37m), and Tempe, AZ (154.6 mi, 3h 25m). 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 175-mile trip from Safford, AZ, budget about $34 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 4 mapped routes leaving Safford, AZ and 8 routes heading into Safford, AZ, covering 12 total connections. Distances range from 155 to 195 miles.
The longest mapped route from Safford, AZ covers 195 miles and takes approximately 3h 59m. Shorter options start at just 155 miles.
The average route from Safford, AZ runs about 175 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 38m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 175-mile trip from Safford, AZ costs roughly $34 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Safford, AZ include Casa Grande, AZ, Deer Valley, AZ, Phoenix, AZ and Tempe, AZ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Safford, AZ by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,217
Median Income
$65,727
Median Home Value
$191,600
Median Age
31.3
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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