Origin
Catalina Foothills, AZ
Afternoon in Catalina Foothills on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
MST
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catalina Foothills, AZ to Maryvale, AZ
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
123.2 mi
198 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
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6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Catalina Foothills, AZ
Mark Direen
Maryvale, AZ
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Traveling from the Catalina Foothills to Maryvale covers 123.2 miles across the Desert Southwest, typically taking about 2 hours and 20 minutes to complete. Because this is a straightforward trek across Arizona, it is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You should budget approximately $25 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating the route requires transitioning from local connectors to major corridors like the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, and the Maricopa Freeway. Since you stay within the same desert region, the climate and environment remain consistent throughout your journey.
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
61.6 miles from Catalina Foothills, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate through various segments. Only 17% of this trip is on the highway, meaning you will spend most of your time managing local road conditions rather than cruising on open interstates. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, which spans 49.8 miles of the total distance. The personality of this drive shifts from the suburban feel of the Catalina Foothills into the more urbanized environment of Maryvale. Be prepared for a mix of road types that requires you to stay alert behind the wheel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 49.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 1.3 miles in near East River Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.2 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 1.3 miles (East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.6 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
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East River Road
Turn right onto East River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
9.7 mi into trip
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~17m in
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I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
109.6 mi into trip
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~2h in
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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 none / slight left lanes.
6
111.6 mi into trip
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~2h 2m in
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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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
119.6 mi into trip
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~2h 12m 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
Main Roads
| 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 |
| East River Road | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| North 51st Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| North Hacienda del Sol Road | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| North 55th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
— 49.8 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catalina Foothills, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on North Hacienda del Sol Road
1.3 mi
·
3 min
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North Hacienda del Sol Road
2
Turn right onto East River Road
7.7 mi
·
13 min
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East River Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto West Orange Grove Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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West Orange Grove Road
4
Turn right onto North Casa Grande Highway
0.1 mi
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13 sec
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North Casa Grande Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 10 West
6
Merge onto I 10
50 mi
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50 min
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Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 10
38 mi
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38 min
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Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on I 10
12 mi
·
13 min
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Maricopa Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the none / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
12
Continue on I 10
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North 55th Avenue
17
Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft
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16 sec
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North 55th Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for overnight stays, as the 2-hour and 20-minute duration is perfect for a direct run. With zero mandatory stops built into the route, you can choose exactly where to pull over for rest or refreshments based on your personal needs. Keep in mind that because the majority of the route is local, traffic patterns may impact your arrival time more than on a standard interstate highway. Prioritize a steady pace during the 49.8-mile stretch on the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway to keep your fuel efficiency within that $25 estimate.
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 61.6 miles from Catalina Foothills, AZ, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.8 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.6 miles or 1h 10m 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 50m
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 Catalina Foothills, 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 Catalina Foothills, AZ
This is one driving day of about 123.2 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Catalina Foothills, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway for about 49.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.6 mi from Catalina Foothills, AZ · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.6 miles from Catalina Foothills, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maryvale, AZ
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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.52 one way
$49.04 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $25.89 | $51.78 |
| premium | $5.59 | $27.10 | $54.20 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.37 | $54.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.91 |
| Efficient EV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.78 | $4.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.3 | 0 | $17.25 | $7.88 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Afternoon in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
4:12 PM
MST
Current temp
60°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
6 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 20m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Catalina Foothills, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 123.2 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, Maricopa Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.6 miles from Catalina Foothills, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.52 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 123.2 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (East River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.7 miles (I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 109.6 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Catalina Foothills, AZ to Maryvale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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