Spanning 168.1 miles across the heart of the Desert Southwest, this journey from Cibecue to Maryvale is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 4 hours and 6 minutes. You can easily manage this drive in a single day, making it an efficient way to transition between these two Arizona locations. Budgeting around $33 for fuel will cover your transit costs, which is quite reasonable for a trip of this length. Since the entire route remains within the same region, you won't need to worry about major shifts in climate or terrain. It is a practical route for travelers who prefer a direct connection without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
84.1 miles from Cibecue, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 20m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Cibecue, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
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Start on West Cibecue Road
2.6 mi·10 min·West Cibecue Road
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Continue on Indian Route 12
11 mi·42 min·Indian Route 12
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At end of road, turn right onto US 60; AZ 77
56 mi·1 hr 3 min·Globe-Show Low Highway
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Turn right onto US 60
1.1 mi·2 min·East Ash Street
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Turn right onto South Hill Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·South Hill Street
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Turn left onto East Oak Street
366 ft·11 sec·East Oak Street
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Turn right onto North Broad Street
0.5 mi·53 sec·North Broad Street
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Continue on US 60
1.4 mi·2 min·North Broad Street
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Continue on US 60
4.0 mi·7 min·US 60
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Continue on US 60
1.9 mi·3 min·West Live Oak Street
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Continue on US 60
43 mi·55 min·Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
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Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
27 mi·31 min·Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 60
0.6 mi·38 sec·US 60
Toward I 10 North
14
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.9 mi·5 min·Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi·2 min·Papago Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi·3 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 10
0.5 mi·36 sec·Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
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Continue on I 10
4.9 mi·5 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 139Toward 51st Avenue, 59th AvenueUse the slight right lane.
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Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
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Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North 55th Avenue
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Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft·16 sec·North 55th Avenue
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Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and ensure you stay alert behind the wheel. Since this is a single-day trip, departing early in the morning allows you to avoid the heaviest traffic periods often found when approaching the Phoenix area. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Cibecue, as the longest stretch of 56.1 miles will consume a significant portion of your tank. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so use your single stop strategically to break up the drive halfway. Always double-check your route through the Globe-Show Low Highway corridor before heading out to ensure you are comfortable with the current road conditions.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.1 miles from Cibecue, AZ, or about 2h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 37 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.1 miles or 2h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
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 Cibecue, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Cibecue, AZ
This is one driving day of about 168.1 miles and 4h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Cibecue, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Globe-Show Low Highway for about 56.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 149.1 and 164.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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149.1 mi into trip|~3h 41m in|US 60
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60 toward I 10 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 North
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149.6 mi into trip|~3h 41m in|I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway
Merge onto I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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154.5 mi into trip|~3h 47m in|I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
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156.5 mi into trip|~3h 49m in|I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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164.5 mi into trip|~3h 59m in
Take the exit toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.49 one way
$66.98 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg59 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$35.44
$70.88
premium
$5.59
$37.00
$74.00
diesel
$5.61
$37.11
$74.23
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
50.4
0
$17.65
$8.07
Efficient EV
42
0
$14.71
$6.72
EV Truck/SUV
67.2
0
$23.53
$10.76
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Cibecue, AZ
Late night
in Cibecue on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
MST
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Late night
in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
1:01 AM
MST
Current temp
89°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
45 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
4h 6m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed driving experience that shifts as you navigate away from Cibecue toward the Phoenix metro area. You will spend roughly 34% of your time on major highways, primarily utilizing the Globe-Show Low Highway, the Phoenix–Globe Highway, and the Superstition Freeway. The most significant portion of your journey involves a 56.1-mile uninterrupted stretch along the Globe-Show Low Highway, which demands steady focus. Because the route combines slower, more technical local road segments with faster freeway travel, you should be prepared for varying traffic speeds. This blend of road types keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly monotonous.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.1 mi on Globe-Show Low Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 149.1 miles in near US 60.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 168.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 149.1 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 149.6 miles (I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.5 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 6m. Total distance: 168.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.1 miles on Globe-Show Low Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Maryvale, AZ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 149.1 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 149.6 miles (I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 154.5 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Maryvale, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
