Origin
Citrus Park, AZ
Afternoon in Citrus Park on Wednesday
Local time
12:35 PM
MST
Current temp
93°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Citrus Park, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
37m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Citrus Park, AZ
Cosmin Gavris
Deer Valley, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Citrus Park, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 26.3 miles and takes about 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Agua Fria Freeway, West Northern Avenue, West Northern Parkway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 13.3 miles on Agua Fria Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.24 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
13.1 miles from Citrus Park, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 37m highway drive covering 26.3 miles, with most of the trip on Agua Fria Freeway and West Northern Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 13.3 miles on Agua Fria Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Agua Fria Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 13.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Agua Fria Freeway and West Northern Avenue. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West Northern Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 26.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (West Northern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (West Northern Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Northern Avenue
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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West Northern Parkway
Merge onto West Northern Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
11.2 mi into trip
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~18m in
Take the ramp toward AZ 101 Loop North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward AZ 101 Loop North
5
11.6 mi into trip
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~19m in
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AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop / Agua Fria Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
24.8 mi into trip
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~34m in
Take the exit toward 35th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22
Toward 35th Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agua Fria Freeway | 13.3 mi | 15m |
| West Northern Avenue | 5 mi | 9m |
| West Northern Parkway | 5 mi | 6m |
| North 35th Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Sarival Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Citrus Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Beardsley Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Agua Fria Freeway
— 13.3 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Citrus Park, AZ and Deer Valley, AZ.
1
Start on North Citrus Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
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North Citrus Road
2
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Northern Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Sarival Avenue
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Sarival Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Toward Northern Parkway
5
Merge onto West Northern Parkway
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Northern Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on West Northern Avenue
3.0 mi
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5 min
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West Northern Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop North
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 22
Toward 35th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto West Beardsley Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
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West Beardsley Road
11
Turn left onto North 35th Avenue
1.1 mi
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2 min
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North 35th Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
North 35th Avenue
Trip Plan
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 13.1 miles from Citrus Park, AZ, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.3 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 26.3 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.1 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
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 Citrus Park, 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 Citrus Park, AZ
This is one driving day of about 26.3 miles and 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Citrus Park, 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 Agua Fria Freeway for about 13.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.1 mi from Citrus Park, AZ · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.1 miles from Citrus Park, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deer Valley, AZ
The final approach into Deer Valley, 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 Deer Valley, 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
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $5.54 | $11.09 |
| premium | $5.59 | $5.79 | $11.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.81 | $11.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Afternoon in Deer Valley on Wednesday
Local time
12:35 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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
37m 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 Citrus Park, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ covers 26.3 miles and takes about 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Agua Fria Freeway, West Northern Avenue, West Northern Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.1 miles from Citrus Park, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.24 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 26.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.2 miles (West Northern Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.1 miles (West Northern Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Citrus Park, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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