Origin
Swift Trail Junction, AZ
Evening in Swift Trail Junction on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
MST
Current temp
54°F
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Trip from Swift Trail Junction, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
192 mi
309 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
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6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 37m
10 AM
4h 20m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Swift Trail Junction, AZ
Mark Direen
Deer Valley, AZ
Line Knipst
Trip Overview
Spanning 192 miles through the Desert Southwest, this journey from Swift Trail Junction to Deer Valley is a manageable trek that typically takes about 4 hours and 11 minutes. Because it is a straightforward drive, you can easily complete the entire trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $38 on fuel, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. You will navigate a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, including East Center Street, the Phoenix–Globe Highway, and the Superstition Freeway. It is an ideal route for those looking to transition from the rural landscapes of the desert to the northern edge of the Phoenix metropolitan area efficiently.
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
96 miles from Swift Trail Junction, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Center Street | 66.5 mi | 1h 21m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 42.9 mi | 55m |
| Superstition Freeway | 27.1 mi | 31m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| Bowie Junction-Safford Highway | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Globe-Lordsburg Highway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| US 60 | 4.5 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
East Center Street
— 66.5 mi, about 1h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Swift Trail Junction, AZ and Deer Valley, AZ.
1
Start on West Swift Trail
102 ft
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6 sec
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West Swift Trail
2
Turn right onto US 191
7.3 mi
·
11 min
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Bowie Junction-Safford Highway
3
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto South 8th Avenue
436 ft
·
16 sec
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South 8th Avenue
5
Turn left onto US 70
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
West Thatcher Boulevard
6
Continue on US 70
1.1 mi
·
2 min
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West Main Street
7
Continue on US 70
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Globe-Lordsburg Highway
8
Continue on US 70
66 mi
·
1 hr 21 min
·
East Center Street
9
Continue on US 70; AZ 77
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
East Ash Street
10
Turn right onto South Hill Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Hill Street
11
Turn left onto East Oak Street
366 ft
·
11 sec
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East Oak Street
12
Turn right onto North Broad Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
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North Broad Street
13
Continue on US 60
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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North Broad Street
14
Continue on US 60
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
US 60
15
Continue on US 60
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
West Live Oak Street
16
Continue on US 60
43 mi
·
55 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 60
Toward I 10 North
19
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
Use the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 17; US 60
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 215A
Toward Rose Garden Lane, Deer Valley Road
Use the slight right lane.
23
Continue on North Black Canyon Highway
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
North Black Canyon Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
24
Turn left onto West Deer Valley Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Deer Valley Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto North 35th Avenue
37 ft
·
0 sec
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North 35th Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
North 35th Avenue
Trip Plan
To keep your travel day smooth, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the 4-hour drive. Since you are covering 192 miles, leaving early in the morning helps you avoid the heaviest traffic near your destination in Deer Valley. Factor the $38 fuel cost into your budget before you depart to ensure you aren't caught off guard at the pump. Given the length of the longest stretch on East Center Street, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before starting that 66.5-mile segment to avoid any unnecessary stress. Flexibility is a major advantage here, as the route's duration allows you to easily adjust your departure time based on your personal schedule.
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 96 miles from Swift Trail Junction, AZ, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 42 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96 miles or 2h 13m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deer Valley, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Swift Trail Junction, 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 Swift Trail Junction, AZ
This is one driving day of about 192 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Swift Trail Junction, 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 East Center Street for about 66.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96 miles from Swift Trail Junction, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before East Center Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.
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 135 decision points cluster between mile 7.8 and 189.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.8 mi into trip
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~13m in
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South 8th Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto South 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
163 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
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US 60
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60 toward I 10 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 North
5
163.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
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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.
8
168.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 42m in
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US 60 / Maricopa Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60 / Maricopa Freeway toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
8
189.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 6m in
Take the exit toward Rose Garden Lane, Deer Valley Road
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 215A
Toward Rose Garden Lane, Deer Valley Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.25 one way
$76.50 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $40.48 | $80.96 |
| premium | $5.59 | $42.26 | $84.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $42.39 | $84.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.16 | $9.22 |
| Efficient EV | 48 | 0 | $16.80 | $7.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.8 | 0 | $26.88 | $12.29 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Deer Valley, AZ
Evening in Deer Valley on Saturday
Local time
7:53 PM
MST
Current temp
88°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
34 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 11m 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.
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 125.8
View on nps.gov
Tonto National Monument
National Monument
Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant gr...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
$10
near mile 99.3
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning from local stretches to faster highway travel. You will spend about 30% of your time on highways, though the character of the road shifts significantly as you progress. The most notable segment is a 66.5-mile stretch on East Center Street, which serves as your longest uninterrupted portion of the drive. While you get the benefit of speed on the Superstition Freeway, be prepared for the change in pace when moving between the highway and local road segments. Staying alert is key, as the environment behind the wheel changes from open desert roads to the more structured traffic patterns of the Phoenix–Globe Highway corridor.
30% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.5 mi on East Center Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.8 miles in near South 8th Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 192 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: at 7.8 miles (South 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 163 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 163.5 miles (I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 192 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.5 miles on East Center Street. 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 Deer Valley, 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 7.8 miles (South 8th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 163 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 163.5 miles (I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Tonto National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Deer Valley, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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