Origin
Fort Defiance, AZ
Late night in Fort Defiance on Wednesday
Local time
4:30 AM
MDT
Current temp
66°F
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Trip from Fort Defiance, AZ to Maryvale, AZ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
5h 59m
Distance
333.1 mi
536 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 46m
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6 AM
5h 59m
8 AM
6h 25m
10 AM
6h 8m
12 PM
6h 6m
3 PM
6h 10m
5 PM
6h 24m
8 PM
5h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fort Defiance, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Fort Defiance, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 333.1 miles and takes about 5h 59m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Purple Heart Trail, Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 161.3 miles on Purple Heart Trail. At current regular gas prices, budget about $66.36 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
166.6 miles from Fort Defiance, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 2m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 5h 59m drive with frequent turns across 333.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Purple Heart Trail is the longest continuous segment at about 161.3 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 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.2 miles in near AZ 264 / Arizona State Highway 264.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 333.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.2 miles (AZ 264 / Arizona State Highway 264): Navigation decision point; at 193.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
6.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
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AZ 264 / Arizona State Highway 264
Turn right onto AZ 264 / Arizona State Highway 264
Navigation decision point
5
193.2 mi into trip
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~3h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flags...
6
193.4 mi into trip
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~3h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
7
328.6 mi into trip
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~5h 49m in
Take the exit toward Camelback Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 203
Toward Camelback Road
5
328.8 mi into trip
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~5h 50m in
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West Camelback Road
Turn right onto West Camelback Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fort Defiance, AZ and Maryvale, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Phoenix.
Flagstaff
193.2 mi in
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~3h 29m
Phoenix
193.4 mi in
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~3h 29m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 161.3 mi | 2h 42m |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 93 mi | 1h 33m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 32.1 mi | 35m |
| Navajo Route 12 | 28.6 mi | 41m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 5.8 mi | 5m |
| West Camelback Road | 3.7 mi | 7m |
| North Black Canyon Highway | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Arizona State Highway 264 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Purple Heart Trail
— 161.3 mi, about 2h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Defiance, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on Old Red Lake Road
54 ft
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7 sec
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Old Red Lake Road
2
Turn left onto N110
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Kit Carson Drive
3
Continue on N12
5.0 mi
·
8 min
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Navajo Route 12
4
Turn right onto AZ 264
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Arizona State Highway 264
5
Turn left onto N12
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Navajo Route 12
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
7
Merge onto I 40
161 mi
·
2 hr 42 min
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Purple Heart Trail
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
9
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
10
Merge onto I 17; AZ 89A
93 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
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Arizona Veterans Highway
11
Continue on I 17
5.8 mi
·
5 min
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Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 17
10 mi
·
10 min
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Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on I 17
3.2 mi
·
3 min
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North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 17
22 mi
·
24 min
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Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 203
Toward Camelback Road
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
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North Black Canyon Highway
17
Turn right onto West Camelback Road
3.7 mi
·
7 min
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West Camelback Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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North 55th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 166.6 miles from Fort Defiance, AZ, or about 3h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 161.3 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 166.6 miles or 3h 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 4h 51m
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 Fort Defiance, 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 Fort Defiance, AZ
This is one driving day of about 333.1 miles and 5h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fort Defiance, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Purple Heart Trail for about 161.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 166.6 mi from Fort Defiance, AZ · 3h 2m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
167 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 166.6 miles from Fort Defiance, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 161.3 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$66.36 one way
$132.72 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
117 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $70.23 | $140.45 |
| premium | $5.59 | $73.32 | $146.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $73.54 | $147.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$66
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 116.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99.9 | 1 | $34.98 | $15.99 |
| Efficient EV | 83.3 | 0 | $29.15 | $13.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 133.2 | 1 | $46.63 | $21.32 |
Gas CO2
117 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Late night in Maryvale on Wednesday
Local time
3:30 AM
MST
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
WSW 5 mph
0% chance
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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
13 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
5h 59m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Fort Defiance, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 333.1 miles and takes about 5h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Purple Heart Trail, Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 166.6 miles from Fort Defiance, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $66.36 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 333.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.2 miles (AZ 264 / Arizona State Highway 264): Navigation decision point; at 193.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 193.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Fort Defiance, AZ and Maryvale, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Phoenix.
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