Origin
Picture Rocks, AZ
Night in Picture Rocks on Saturday
Local time
9:44 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Picture Rocks, AZ to Maryvale, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 13m
Distance
112 mi
180 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 5m
★
6 AM
2h 14m
8 AM
2h 33m
10 AM
2h 20m
12 PM
2h 19m
3 PM
2h 21m
5 PM
2h 32m
8 PM
2h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Picture Rocks, AZ
Mark Direen
Maryvale, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 112-mile drive from Picture Rocks, AZ, to Maryvale, AZ, will take you about 2 hours and 13 minutes. Given its relatively short duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You'll primarily be navigating the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, and the Maricopa Freeway. Expect a fuel cost of around $22 for this journey. Both your starting and ending points are within the Desert Southwest region, so the scenery will remain consistent throughout your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56 miles from Picture Rocks, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m 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 Sanders Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| North 51st Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Avra Road | 1.4 mi | 5m |
| West Avra Valley Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
— 38.1 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Picture Rocks, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on North Avra Road
1.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Avra Road
2
Turn slight right onto West Emigh Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Emigh Road
3
Turn left onto North Sanders Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sanders Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto West Twin Peaks Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Twin Peaks Road
5
Turn right onto North Clayton Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Clayton Road
6
Turn sharp right onto West Avra Valley Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Avra Valley Road
7
Turn left onto North Sanders Road
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
North Sanders Road
8
At end of road, turn right onto West Marana Road
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
West Marana Road
9
Continue on Marana Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Marana Main Street
10
Enter roundabout onto North Sandario Road
189 ft
·
6 sec
·
North Sandario Road
11
Continue on North Sandario Road
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
North Sandario Road
12
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
13
Merge onto I 10
36 mi
·
36 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 10
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
19
Continue on I 10
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
21
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 55th Avenue
24
Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft
·
16 sec
·
North 55th Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 112-mile trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, but an early start will allow for a relaxed pace. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, plan for brief breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway mark or whenever you feel a stretch is beneficial. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the various named roads, and factor in the estimated $22 fuel cost. The turn-heavy nature of this route means staying focused on navigation is key, so ensure your GPS is set up before you depart Picture Rocks.
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 56 miles from Picture Rocks, AZ, or about 1h 9m 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 25 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56 miles or 1h 9m 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 46m
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 Picture Rocks, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Picture Rocks, AZ
This is one driving day of about 112 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Picture Rocks, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 56 miles from Picture Rocks, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 108.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
West Twin Peaks Road
At end of road, turn left onto West Twin Peaks Road
Navigation decision point
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
West Avra Valley Road
Turn sharp right onto West Avra Valley Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
98.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m 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
100.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m 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
108.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m 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
$22.31 one way
$44.62 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $23.61 | $47.23 |
| premium | $5.59 | $24.65 | $49.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.73 | $49.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.76 | $5.38 |
| Efficient EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.8 | 0 | $15.68 | $7.17 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Night in Maryvale on Saturday
Local time
9:44 PM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
88°F
Guadalupe, AZ
56 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
1 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
2h 13m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is best described as a turn-heavy local experience. With only 19% of the route on highways, expect a more engaged driving style as you navigate through various local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.1 miles on the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. This suggests a journey with frequent transitions and a need to stay alert, rather than a straightforward, high-speed cruise.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 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 around 3.4 miles in near West Twin Peaks Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 112 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 3.4 miles (West Twin Peaks Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (West Avra Valley Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 98.4 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 2h 13m. Total distance: 112 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles (West Twin Peaks Road): Navigation decision point; at 5.1 miles (West Avra Valley Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 98.4 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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