Origin
Maryvale, AZ
Afternoon in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
3:38 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maryvale, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ
Drive Time
1h 41m
Distance
89.9 mi
145 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 34m
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6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryvale, AZ
Mikhail Nilov
Camp Verde, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Maryvale to Camp Verde, expect a straightforward journey covering 89.9 miles. You should budget approximately 1 hour and 41 minutes of driving time, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. By taking the Arizona Veterans Highway, the Black Canyon Freeway, and the Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway, you will transition through the heart of the Desert Southwest. Expect to set aside about $18 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the drive is relatively short, you won't need to worry about an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your scheduling.
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
44.9 miles from Maryvale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This route offers a mixed driving experience, balancing high-speed transit with regional connectors. Approximately 40% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a consistent pace as you head north. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 36.5 miles along the Arizona Veterans Highway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. As you move away from the Phoenix metro area toward the high desert, the road character shifts from dense urban infrastructure to more open stretches. It is a functional, efficient drive that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arizona Veterans Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near West Indian School Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow 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 4.2 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Indian School Road
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
4.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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North Black Canyon Highway
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
4.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
Navigation decision point
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
5
4.6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge onto I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
62.9 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17 / Arizona Veterans Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 36.5 mi | 36m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 36 mi | 39m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| West Indian School Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| South Access Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West General Crook Trail | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 55th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 36.5 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maryvale, AZ and Camp Verde, AZ.
1
Start on North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 55th Avenue
2
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
3.8 mi
·
7 min
·
West Indian School Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
406 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Black Canyon Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
5
Merge onto I 17
36 mi
·
39 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on I 17
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 17
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17
23 mi
·
23 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward General Crook Trail
10
Turn right onto South Access Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Access Road
11
Turn right onto AZ 260
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West General Crook Trail
12
Turn left onto South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
South Main Street
13
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable 1 hour and 41 minute haul, you have the benefit of choosing a departure time that avoids peak congestion in the Phoenix area. You don't have to worry about planning formal stops given the route's duration, but keep in mind that the entire trip is a single leg with no required breaks. Ensure your tank is topped off before you leave, as the $18 fuel estimate is a baseline for the 89.9-mile distance. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to monitor your speed closely as you transition between the freeway and the Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway, as traffic flow can change significantly at the junctions.
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 44.9 miles from Maryvale, AZ, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.9 miles or 53m 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 25m
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 Maryvale, 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 Maryvale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 89.9 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maryvale, 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.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.9 mi from Maryvale, AZ · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 44.9 miles from Maryvale, 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
$17.89 one way
$35.78 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $18.89 | $37.79 |
| premium | $5.59 | $19.77 | $39.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $19.97 | $39.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27 | 0 | $9.44 | $4.32 |
| Efficient EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.75 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Camp Verde on Sunday
Local time
3:38 PM
MST
Current temp
42°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
18 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
1h 41m 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 Maryvale, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ covers 89.9 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.9 miles from Maryvale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.89 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 41m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (West Indian School Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Maryvale, AZ to Camp Verde, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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