Origin
Marana, AZ
Evening in Marana on Sunday
Local time
6:01 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ
Drive Time
33m
Distance
26.8 mi
43 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marana, AZ
Zsolt Pujsz
Tucson, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Marana to Tucson is a quick, straightforward journey spanning 26.8 miles across the Desert Southwest. You can expect to complete this trip in roughly 33 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Because the distance is quite short, you won't need to plan for overnight stays or extensive logistical breaks. With a fuel budget of just $5, this route is exceptionally affordable for a casual commute or local visit. Both the origin and destination sit within the same region, ensuring a consistent climate and environment throughout your drive.
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
13.4 miles from Marana, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate away from the Marana area. This route avoids major highways entirely, maintaining a 0% highway share as you rely on West Swanson Street, North Whitney Lane, and West Moore Road. The path is characterized by frequent turns rather than long, open stretches, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 0 miles on West Swanson Street. You will find that the road demands your full attention due to the winding nature of these local roads. It is a practical, functional transit rather than a high-speed interstate experience.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Swanson Street 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 Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ is easy. At 33m 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 Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Swanson Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Whitney Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Moore Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Tangerine Farms Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Tangerine Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West Swanson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marana, AZ and Tucson, AZ.
1
Start on North Steele Drive
213 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Steele Drive
2
Turn right onto West Swanson Street
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
West Swanson Street
3
Turn left onto North Whitney Lane
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Whitney Lane
4
Turn right onto West Moore Road
341 ft
·
13 sec
·
West Moore Road
5
Turn right onto North Tangerine Farms Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Tangerine Farms Road
6
Continue on West Tangerine Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Tangerine Road
7
Take the ramp right toward I 10 East: Tucson
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 East: Tucson
8
Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
9
Continue on North Freeway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
11
Turn straight onto North Freeway Road
161 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Freeway Road
12
Turn left onto West Congress Street
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Congress Street
13
Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West Broadway Boulevard
14
Turn left onto North Country Club Road
131 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Country Club Road
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 33-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You don't need to worry about complex refueling schedules, as the $5 fuel cost reflects the minimal distance covered. You should plan for zero stops along the way, allowing you to reach your destination in Tucson efficiently. Keep in mind that because this route relies on local streets, you should stay alert for shifting speed limits and turns. Your best strategy is to simply enjoy the efficiency of this short transit between these two Arizona hubs.
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 13.4 miles from Marana, AZ, or about 16m 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 26.8 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.4 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tucson, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marana, 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 Marana, AZ
This is one driving day of about 26.8 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marana, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.4 mi from Marana, AZ · 16m 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 26.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.4 miles from Marana, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tucson, AZ
The final approach into Tucson, 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 Tucson, 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
$5.33 one way
$10.67 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| premium | $5.59 | $5.89 | $11.79 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.95 | $11.91 |
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: 9.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
| Efficient EV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.72 |
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
Tucson, AZ
Evening in Tucson on Sunday
Local time
6:01 PM
MST
Current temp
53°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
1 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
33m 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 Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ covers 26.8 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Swanson Street, North Whitney Lane, West Moore Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.4 miles from Marana, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.33 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 Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ is easy. At 33m 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 Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marana, AZ to Tucson, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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