Origin
Deer Valley, AZ
Afternoon in Deer Valley on Wednesday
Local time
2:15 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
36m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
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.
Deer Valley, AZ
Line Knipst
Citrus Park, AZ
Cosmin Gavris
Trip Overview
The drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ covers 26.3 miles and takes about 36m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Beardsley Road, AZ 101, Agua Fria Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
13.1 miles from Deer Valley, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 36m drive with frequent turns across 26.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Beardsley Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ is easy. At 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Beardsley Road | — | — |
| AZ 101 | — | — |
| Agua Fria Freeway | — | — |
| Northern Avenue | — | — |
| West Northern Avenue | — | — |
| West Northern Parkway | — | — |
| Sarival Avenue | — | — |
| North Sarival Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Beardsley Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley, AZ and Citrus Park, AZ.
1
Start on North 35th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North 35th Avenue
2
Turn right onto West Beardsley Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
West Beardsley Road
3
Take the ramp slight left toward AZ 101 Loop West
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
AZ 101 Loop West
4
Merge slight left onto Agua Fria Freeway
13 mi
·
15 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
5
Take the exit slight right toward Northern Avenue
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Northern Avenue
6
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
West Northern Avenue
7
Continue on West Northern Parkway
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West Northern Parkway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Sarival Avenue
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Sarival Avenue
9
Turn left onto North Sarival Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sarival Avenue
10
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Northern Avenue
11
Turn left onto North Citrus Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Citrus Road
12
Arrive at your destination
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 Deer Valley, AZ, or about 18m into the drive.
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 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.1 miles or 18m 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 Citrus Park, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Deer Valley, AZ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Deer Valley, AZ
This is one driving day of about 26.3 miles and 36m.
At 26.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.1 mi from Deer Valley, AZ · 18m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.1 miles from Deer Valley, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Citrus Park, AZ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Citrus Park, AZ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
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
Citrus Park, AZ
Afternoon in Citrus Park on Wednesday
Local time
2:15 PM
MST
Current temp
93°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
36m 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 Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ covers 26.3 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Beardsley Road, AZ 101, Agua Fria Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.1 miles from Deer Valley, 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.
The drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ is easy. At 36m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Deer Valley, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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