Origin
Maricopa, AZ
Evening in Maricopa on Friday
Local time
7:21 PM
MST
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 21m
Distance
125.4 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 41m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 40m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maricopa, AZ
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Camp Verde, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ covers 125.4 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North John Wayne Parkway, Maricopa Road, West Queen Creek Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.98 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.
Midpoint
62.7 miles from Maricopa, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 125.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 21m drive with frequent turns across 125.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North John Wayne Parkway 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ is easy. At 2h 21m 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 Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North John Wayne Parkway | — | — |
| Maricopa Road | — | — |
| West Queen Creek Road | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | — | — |
| Maricopa Freeway | — | — |
| Black Canyon Freeway | — | — |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North John Wayne Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maricopa, AZ and Camp Verde, AZ.
1
Start on North John Wayne Parkway
125 ft
·
4 sec
·
North John Wayne Parkway
2
Continue on North John Wayne Parkway
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North John Wayne Parkway
3
Continue on Maricopa Road
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Maricopa Road
4
Continue on West Queen Creek Road
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Queen Creek Road
5
Turn left onto I 10 West: Phoenix
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 West: Phoenix
6
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
7
Continue on Maricopa Freeway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
8
Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
9
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
41 mi
·
45 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
10
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
11
Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
13
Take the exit slight right toward General Crook Trail
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
General Crook Trail
14
Turn right onto South Access Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Access Road
15
Turn right onto West General Crook Trail
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West General Crook Trail
16
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
South Main Street
17
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 62.7 miles from Maricopa, AZ, or about 1h 10m 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 28 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.7 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Camp Verde, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Maricopa, 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 Maricopa, AZ
This is one driving day of about 125.4 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Maricopa, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.7 mi from Maricopa, AZ · 1h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.7 miles from Maricopa, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Camp Verde, AZ
The final approach into Camp Verde, 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 Camp Verde, 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
$24.98 one way
$49.96 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $26.44 | $52.88 |
| premium | $5.59 | $27.60 | $55.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.69 | $55.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.17 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.97 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.56 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Camp Verde, AZ
Evening in Camp Verde on Friday
Local time
7:21 PM
MST
Current temp
45°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
12 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 21m 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 Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ covers 125.4 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North John Wayne Parkway, Maricopa Road, West Queen Creek Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.7 miles from Maricopa, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.98 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 Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ is easy. At 2h 21m 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 Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maricopa, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
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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