Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
40.9 mi
66 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scottsdale, AZ
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Citrus Park, AZ
Cosmin Gavris
The drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Citrus Park, AZ covers 40.9 miles and takes about 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Papago Freeway, Bob Stump Memorial Parkway, East McDowell Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21 miles on Papago Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.15 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
20.5 miles from Scottsdale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 30m into the drive .
This is a 56m highway drive covering 40.9 miles, with most of the trip on Papago Freeway and Bob Stump Memorial Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 21 miles on Papago Freeway.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Papago Freeway and Bob Stump Memorial Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.5 miles in near North 64th Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 40.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.5 miles (North 64th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles (AZ 143 / Hohokam Expressway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto North 64th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto AZ 143 / Hohokam Expressway toward AZ 202 Loop West, AZ 143 South
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward AZ 202 Loop West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 10 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Glendale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Papago Freeway | 21 mi | 24m |
| Bob Stump Memorial Parkway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| East McDowell Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Red Mountain Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| North 64th Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| East Chaparral Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Glendale Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North Goldwater Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsdale, AZ and Citrus Park, AZ.
Start on this road
Turn left onto East Chaparral Road
Turn left onto North Scottsdale Road
Turn slight right onto North Goldwater Boulevard
Turn right onto East Indian School Road
Turn left onto North 64th Street
Turn right onto East McDowell Road
Turn left onto AZ 143
Take the exit
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
Take the exit
Merge onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Take the exit
Merge onto AZ 303 Loop
Take the exit
Turn left onto West Glendale Avenue
Turn right onto North Citrus Road
Arrive at 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 40.9 miles or 56m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.5 miles or 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Citrus Park, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Scottsdale, AZ.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Scottsdale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 40.9 miles and 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.5 mi from Scottsdale, AZ · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.5 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Citrus Park, AZ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.15 one way
$16.30 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.62 | $17.25 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.00 | $18.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| Efficient EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.73 | $2.62 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Scottsdale on Wednesday
Local time
3:33 PM
MST
Current temp
56°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Afternoon in Citrus Park on Wednesday
Local time
3:33 PM
MST
Current temp
93°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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