Marana, AZ to Maryvale, AZ is 102.6 miles and takes about 1h 54m via Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway and Maricopa Freeway, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Desert Southwest, traversing Arizona for its entirety. Expect a route characterized by frequent turns and local road segments, rather than a consistent highway experience. It's a manageable one-day trip, perfect for those looking for a direct connection between these two points without extensive highway time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.3 miles from Marana, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38.1 mi
38m
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
36.1 mi
36m
Maricopa Freeway
12 mi
13m
Papago Freeway
9.5 mi
10m
North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi
3m
North Sandario Road
1.6 mi
3m
North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
West Indian School Road
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
— 38.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marana, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on North Steele Drive
214 ft·12 sec·North Steele Drive
2
Turn right onto West Swanson Street
0.2 mi·49 sec·West Swanson Street
3
Turn left onto North Whitney Lane
0.1 mi·27 sec·North Whitney Lane
4
Turn right onto West Moore Road
0.3 mi·44 sec·West Moore Road
5
Turn left onto North Sandario Road
1.3 mi·2 min·North Sandario Road
6
Enter roundabout onto North Sandario Road
103 ft·3 sec·North Sandario Road
7
Continue on North Sandario Road
0.3 mi·59 sec·North Sandario Road
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
9
Merge onto I 10
36 mi·36 min·Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 10
38 mi·38 min·Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 10
12 mi·13 min·Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi·2 min·Papago Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi·3 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi·36 sec·Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
15
Continue on I 10
4.9 mi·5 min·Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 139Toward 51st Avenue, 59th AvenueUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi·1 min·West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North 55th Avenue
20
Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft·16 sec·North 55th Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 1h 54m duration and the 'turn-heavy' nature of this drive, leaving mid-morning is ideal. This allows you to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic while still providing ample daylight to navigate the numerous turns. With a fuel cost estimated at $20, you likely won't need to make extensive fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off before departing Marana. Keep an eye out for the transition from highway to local roads, as this is where the pace will most noticeably change and where you'll need to be most attentive to navigation.
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 51.3 miles from Marana, AZ, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.1 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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.3 miles or 55m 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 29m
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 Marana, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Marana, AZ
This is one driving day of about 102.6 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Marana, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway for about 38.1 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 0 and 99 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Swanson Street
Turn right onto West Swanson Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.3 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West: Phoenix
Navigation decision point
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
6
88.9 mi into trip|~1h 35m 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.
6
90.9 mi into trip|~1h 37m 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.
8
99 mi into trip|~1h 46m 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
$20.44 one way
$40.88 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$21.63
$43.26
premium
$5.59
$22.58
$45.17
diesel
$5.61
$22.65
$45.31
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.8
0
$10.77
$4.92
Efficient EV
25.7
0
$8.98
$4.10
EV Truck/SUV
41
0
$14.36
$6.57
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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 18, 2026
Origin
Marana, AZ
Late night
in Marana on Tuesday
Local time
1:58 AM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Sunny
NW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 12:22PM MST until April 19 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 12:22PM MST until April 19 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Late night
in Maryvale on Tuesday
Local time
1:58 AM
MST
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
62°F
Guadalupe, AZ
51 mi in
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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 54m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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.
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
National Monument
An Ancestral Sonoran Desert People's farming community and "Great House" are preserved at Casa Grande Ruins. Whether a gathering place for people or simply a waypoint marker in an extensive system of...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route offers a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll navigate a mix of roads with a significant portion involving local streets and intersections. Only 21% of the drive is on highways, so be prepared for more frequent stops and a less predictable pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.1 miles on the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. As you progress, the character shifts from more open highway to a more urban and local feel as you approach your destination.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.1 mi on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Swanson Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 102.6 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Swanson Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 88.9 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 102.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.1 miles on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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.
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 (West Swanson Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 88.9 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Casa Grande Ruins 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.
