Origin
Big Park, AZ
Morning in Big Park on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
MST
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Big Park, AZ to Maryvale, AZ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
106.4 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Big Park, AZ
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Maryvale, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 106.4-mile drive from Big Park, AZ, to Maryvale, AZ, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking just under two hours to complete. You'll primarily navigate on the Arizona Veterans Highway and the Black Canyon Freeway, with a portion of the Red Rock Scenic Byway also included. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $21, making it an economical option. As both your starting and ending points are within the Desert Southwest region, you'll experience consistent arid landscapes throughout. This route offers a straightforward travel experience for those looking for a relatively short and efficient connection between these two Arizona locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.2 miles from Big Park, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 52.9 mi | 52m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 32.1 mi | 35m |
| Red Rock Scenic Byway | 7.5 mi | 11m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 5.8 mi | 5m |
| West Camelback Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| North Black Canyon Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| North 55th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| AZ 179 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 52.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Park, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on this road
67 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East Cortez Drive
117 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Cortez Drive
3
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
176 ft
·
2 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
4
Continue on AZ 179
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
5
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
6
Continue on AZ 179
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
7
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
108 ft
·
1 sec
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
8
Continue on AZ 179
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
Red Rock Scenic Byway
9
Take the exit onto AZ 179
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
AZ 179
Exit 298
Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
10
Merge onto I 17
53 mi
·
52 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
11
Continue on I 17
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 17
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on I 17
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 17
22 mi
·
24 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 203
Toward Camelback Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
North Black Canyon Highway
17
Turn right onto West Camelback Road
3.7 mi
·
7 min
·
West Camelback Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 55th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1h 58m drive, you have considerable flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning will allow you to enjoy the full day at your destination, while an afternoon departure is also feasible. Since the total distance is only 106.4 miles and there are no designated stops mentioned, you can decide on rest breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services could be around 52.9 miles on the Arizona Veterans Highway. Planning for your fuel needs before entering this longer segment is a practical tip for this route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 53.2 miles from Big Park, AZ, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.2 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryvale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Big Park, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Big Park, AZ
This is one driving day of about 106.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Big Park, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 52.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53.2 miles from Big Park, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 101.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Cortez Drive
At end of road, turn right onto East Cortez Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
AZ 179
Take the exit onto AZ 179 toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 298
Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
7
101.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward Camelback Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 203
Toward Camelback Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.20 one way
$42.39 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $22.43 | $44.86 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.42 | $46.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.49 | $46.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.17 | $5.11 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.90 | $6.81 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Morning in Maryvale on Tuesday
Local time
6:27 AM
MST
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
11 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 58m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
National Monument
Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...
1 mi from route
~3 min detour
$10
near mile 14.7
View on nps.gov
Tuzigoot National Monument
National Monument
Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...
15 mi from route
~36 min detour
$10
near mile 3.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive with about 30% of the route on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 52.9 miles along the Arizona Veterans Highway, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The Black Canyon Freeway portion will likely provide a faster-paced driving experience, characteristic of major freeways. As you transition between these road types, the drive will vary from more open highway cruising to potentially more suburban or urban freeway travel as you approach your destination. It's a drive that balances efficiency with moments of open road.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.9 mi on Arizona Veterans Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Cortez Drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Cortez Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; near the start (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.2 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Big Park, AZ and Maryvale, AZ, road signs point toward Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.
Oak Creek Canyon
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
|
via AZ 179
Sedona
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
|
via AZ 179
About the Cities
Arriving in Maryvale, AZ
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 106.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (30%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.9 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Cortez Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; near the start (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.2 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Montezuma Castle National Monument and Tuzigoot National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Maryvale, AZ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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