Origin
Marana, AZ
Morning in Marana on Thursday
Local time
7:20 AM
MST
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marana, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
87.4 mi
141 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marana, AZ
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Tempe Junction, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Marana, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ covers 87.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Swanson Street, North Whitney Lane, West Moore Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 87.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 24m drive with frequent turns across 87.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 Tempe Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Tempe Junction, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Swanson Street | — | — |
| North Whitney Lane | — | — |
| West Moore Road | — | — |
| North Sandario Road | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | — | — |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | — | — |
| Maricopa Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Swanson Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marana, AZ and Tempe Junction, 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
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
West Moore Road
5
Turn left onto North Sandario Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Sandario Road
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Sandario Road
105 ft
·
4 sec
·
North Sandario Road
7
Exit the roundabout onto North Sandario Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sandario Road
8
Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Phoenix
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
I 10 West: Phoenix
9
Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
36 mi
·
36 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
10
Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38 mi
·
38 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
11
Continue on Maricopa Freeway
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Baseline Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Baseline Road
13
Turn right onto West Baseline Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Baseline Road
14
Turn left onto South Priest Drive
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
South Priest Drive
15
Turn right onto West Broadway Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Road
16
Turn left onto South Roosevelt Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Roosevelt Street
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto West 13th Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West 13th Street
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.7 mi from Marana, AZ · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 43.7 miles from Marana, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tempe Junction, AZ
The final approach into Tempe Junction, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.41 one way
$34.82 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $18.43 | $36.85 |
| premium | $5.59 | $19.24 | $38.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.30 | $38.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$17
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.2 | 0 | $9.18 | $4.20 |
| Efficient EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.65 | $3.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35 | 0 | $12.24 | $5.59 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Tempe Junction, AZ
Morning in Tempe Junction on Thursday
Local time
7:20 AM
MST
Current temp
90°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
37 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
1h 24m 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 Tempe Junction, AZ covers 87.4 miles and takes about 1h 24m 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 43.7 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 $17.41 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 Tempe Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 24m 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 Tempe Junction, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Marana, AZ to Tempe Junction, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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