Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 10m
Distance
236.3 mi
380 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flagstaff, AZ
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Marana, AZ
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The drive from Flagstaff, AZ to Marana, AZ covers 236.3 miles and takes about 4h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 93.9 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $47.07 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
118.1 miles from Flagstaff, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 1m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 236.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a 4h 10m drive with frequent turns across 236.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 233.6 miles in.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 10m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 233.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 234.3 miles (North Sandario Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 235.6 miles (West Moore Road): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward Marana Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto North Sandario Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn right onto West Moore Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Whitney Lane
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Steele Drive
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 93.9 mi | 1h 34m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 38.4 mi | 42m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 37.8 mi | 38m |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 36.3 mi | 36m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 16.3 mi | 18m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 5.8 mi | 5m |
| North Black Canyon Highway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| South Milton Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flagstaff, AZ and Marana, AZ.
Start on US 180; I 40 Bus; US 66 Hist
Turn slight left onto South Milton Road
Continue on I 17; AZ 79
Continue on I 17
Continue on I 17
Continue on I 17
Continue on I 17
Continue on I 17; US 60
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Take the exit
Turn right onto North Sandario Road
Enter roundabout onto North Sandario Road
Continue on North Sandario Road
At end of road, turn right onto West Moore Road
Turn left onto North Whitney Lane
Turn right onto West Swanson Street
Turn left onto North Steele Drive
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 52 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 118.1 miles or 2h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marana, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Flagstaff, 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 Flagstaff, AZ
This is one driving day of about 236.3 miles and 4h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 118.1 mi from Flagstaff, AZ · 2h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
118 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 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 118.1 miles from Flagstaff, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Arizona Veterans Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.9 miles.
The final approach into Marana, 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 Marana, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$47.07 one way
$94.15 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $49.82 | $99.64 |
| premium | $5.59 | $52.01 | $104.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $52.17 | $104.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 82.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.9 | 0 | $24.81 | $11.34 |
| Efficient EV | 59.1 | 0 | $20.68 | $9.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 94.5 | 1 | $33.08 | $15.12 |
Gas CO2
83 kg
EV CO2
28 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Morning in Flagstaff on Friday
Local time
7:24 AM
MST
Current temp
34°F
Clear
Destination
Morning in Marana on Friday
Local time
7:24 AM
MST
Current temp
53°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
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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