Origin
Casas Adobes, AZ
Afternoon in Casas Adobes on Sunday
Local time
4:13 PM
MST
Current temp
54°F
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2h 9m
Distance
117.5 mi
189 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casas Adobes, AZ
Savanna Blanchette
Maryvale, AZ
Mikhail Nilov
Traveling from Casas Adobes to Maryvale is a straightforward 117.5-mile journey across the Desert Southwest that typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend approximately $23 on fuel for the trek, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route transitions seamlessly across the region, keeping you within the familiar landscapes of Arizona. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this drive offers a reliable connection between the two areas. It is an efficient path that avoids the need for multiple stops, allowing you to reach your destination in one focused push.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
58.8 miles from Casas Adobes, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .
This trip is defined as a turn-heavy local drive, requiring your full attention as you navigate through the region. You will spend roughly 18% of your time on highways, utilizing the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, and the Maricopa Freeway to make your way toward Maryvale. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 49.8-mile segment along the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere. Expect the road personality to shift as you move between these arterial roads, blending high-speed highway travel with the more technical demands of local navigation. Staying alert is key, as the mix of road types keeps the driving experience varied and active from start to finish.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Orange Grove Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 117.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.3 miles (West Orange Grove Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles (I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 103.9 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto West Orange Grove Road
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 49.8 mi | 50m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 38.1 mi | 38m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 12 mi | 13m |
| Papago Freeway | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| West Orange Grove Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North 51st Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North 55th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Indian School Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Casas Adobes, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
Start on North La Cañada Drive
Continue on North La Cañada Drive
Turn right onto West Orange Grove Road
Turn right onto North Casa Grande Highway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Take the exit
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
Continue on North 55th Avenue
Arrive at destination
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule without needing to worry about long-haul logistics. With no required stops built into the itinerary, you can easily complete the entire 117.5-mile drive in one go if you prefer to minimize downtime. Keep in mind that because the route is turn-heavy, you should ensure your GPS is updated and ready to handle the transition between the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway and the Maricopa Freeway. Budgeting around $23 for fuel should cover your needs, but it is always wise to double-check your levels before hitting the road. Focusing on a steady pace will help you manage the technical sections of the drive comfortably and arrive in Maryvale refreshed.
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.
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 80 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.8 miles or 1h 2m 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 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryvale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Casas Adobes, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Casas Adobes, AZ
This is one driving day of about 117.5 miles and 2h 9m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.8 mi from Casas Adobes, AZ · 1h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
59 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 58.8 miles from Casas Adobes, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Maryvale, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Maryvale, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.38 one way
$46.77 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $24.69 | $49.39 |
| premium | $5.59 | $25.85 | $51.69 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $26.10 | $52.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.34 | $5.64 |
| Efficient EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.28 | $4.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 47 | 0 | $16.45 | $7.52 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Casas Adobes on Sunday
Local time
4:13 PM
MST
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Destination
Afternoon in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
4:13 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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