Origin
Maryvale, AZ
Evening in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
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3h 4m
Distance
141.9 mi
228 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
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Maryvale, AZ
Mikhail Nilov
Bylas, AZ
András Nyemczovszky
Traveling from Maryvale to Bylas covers 141.9 miles through the heart of the Desert Southwest. Expect a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes, making this a very manageable single-day trip. You will primarily utilize the Phoenix–Globe Highway, US 60, and the Globe-Lordsburg Highway to complete your journey. With a total estimated fuel cost of about $28, the route is budget-friendly and straightforward for most travelers. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you have extra activities planned at your destination. It is a practical, efficient path that transitions you across the Arizona landscape without requiring a complex itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70.9 miles from Maryvale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 141.9-mile journey. Highways account for roughly 32% of your travel time, meaning you will spend a significant portion of the trip on local or secondary roads rather than just interstate cruising. The longest uninterrupted segment you will encounter is a 43-mile stretch along the Phoenix–Globe Highway, which allows for a steady pace before the road conditions shift. Because this is a mixed-profile drive, you should stay alert for changes in road types as you transition between the highway segments and the more technical sections of the route. The character of the road evolves as you move through the region, so maintain your focus behind the wheel.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near West Indian School Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 141.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (West Indian School Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (North 51st Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward I 10 East: Tucson
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
On the drive from Maryvale, AZ to Bylas, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 43 mi | 55m |
| Globe-Lordsburg Highway | 41.9 mi | 51m |
| US 60 | 31.9 mi | 39m |
| Papago Freeway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| East Ash Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North 51st Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Broad Street | 2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maryvale, AZ and Bylas, AZ.
Start on North 55th Avenue
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
Turn left
Merge onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Merge onto I 10; US 60
Take the exit onto US 60
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Continue on US 60
Turn left onto North Broad Street
Turn left onto East Oak Street
Turn right onto South Hill Street
Turn left onto US 60
Continue on US 70; AZ 77
Keep slight left at fork onto US 70; AZ 77
Turn left
Turn left onto Indian Route 105
Arrive at destination
To make the most of your 3-hour and 4-minute trek, consider departing early in the morning to avoid midday congestion on the busier highway portions. Since the route only requires a single stop, you have plenty of flexibility to decide where to pause for a break or a quick refuel. Keep your $28 fuel budget in mind as you plan, and ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Maryvale to avoid any last-minute stress. Given that the longest stretch is 43 miles, use those quieter segments to settle into a comfortable cruising speed. A pro tip for this specific drive is to monitor your fuel levels carefully before hitting the Globe-Lordsburg Highway, as service availability can vary compared to the more populated stretches near Phoenix.
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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.9 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bylas, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Maryvale, 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 Maryvale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 141.9 miles and 3h 4m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 70.9 mi from Maryvale, AZ · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 70.9 miles from Maryvale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Bylas, 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 Bylas, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$28.24 one way
$56.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $29.82 | $59.64 |
| premium | $5.59 | $31.21 | $62.42 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.53 | $63.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.6 | 0 | $14.90 | $6.81 |
| Efficient EV | 35.5 | 0 | $12.42 | $5.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.87 | $9.08 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Bylas on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
51°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
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.
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