Drive Time
55m
Distance
45 mi
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
The drive from Maryvale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ covers 45 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Indian School Road, North Black Canyon Highway, I 17 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.77 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
22.5 miles from Maryvale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Expect a 55m drive with frequent turns across 45 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Indian School Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Black Canyon Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 17 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Black Canyon Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rock Springs | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Rock Springs Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Old Black Canyon Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Maryvale, AZ and Black Canyon City, AZ.
Start on North 55th Avenue
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Take the ramp straight toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Take the exit slight right toward Rock Springs, Black Canyon City
Turn left onto Rock Springs Road
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Old Black Canyon Highway
Turn right onto East Palm Lane
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 45 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.5 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Black Canyon City, 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 45 miles and 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Maryvale, AZ · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Maryvale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Black Canyon City, 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 Black Canyon City, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.77 one way
$17.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $9.46 | $18.91 |
| premium | $5.57 | $9.86 | $19.72 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.30 | $2.88 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Maryvale on Saturday
Local time
3:43 AM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Black Canyon City on Saturday
Local time
3:43 AM
MST
Current temp
87°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Peoria, AZ
23 mi in
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.
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