Maricopa, AZ Road Trips

Drivers starting from Maricopa, AZ have 1 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Desert Southwest. Most drives stay under 35 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Maricopa, AZ head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

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Trip Routes

10

Longest Drive

209.2 mi

Douglas, AZ

Quickest Drive

35m

Chandler, AZ

Plan Around Maricopa, AZ

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Maricopa, AZ is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Douglas, AZ to Maricopa, AZ 209.2 mi · 3h 37m Show Low, AZ to Maricopa, AZ 187.7 mi · 3h 58m Yuma, AZ to Maricopa, AZ 159.5 mi · 2h 33m Sun City West, AZ to Maricopa, AZ 64.7 mi · 1h 24m

Continue From Maricopa, AZ

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Maricopa, AZ to Phoenix, AZ 34.7 mi · 45m

Trips from Maricopa, AZ

Maricopa, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

34.7 mi 45m

Driving from Maricopa, AZ

Expect an average of 35 miles and about 45m behind the wheel when leaving Maricopa, AZ. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 35 miles (45m), while the shortest is just 35 miles.

Popular Destinations

Drivers leaving Maricopa, AZ most often head toward Phoenix, AZ (34.7 mi, 45m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in AZ currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 35-mile trip from Maricopa, AZ, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 1 mapped routes leaving Maricopa, AZ and 9 routes heading into Maricopa, AZ, covering 10 total connections. Distances range from 35 to 35 miles.

The longest mapped route from Maricopa, AZ covers 35 miles and takes approximately 45m. Shorter options start at just 35 miles.

The average route from Maricopa, AZ runs about 35 miles with a drive time of roughly 45m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 35-mile trip from Maricopa, AZ costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Maricopa, AZ include Phoenix, AZ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.