Sedona, AZ to Maryvale, AZ is 113.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m via Arizona Veterans Highway and Black Canyon Freeway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you across the Desert Southwest within Arizona, moving from one distinct desert landscape to another. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's well-suited for a single-day excursion. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns and navigating local roads as much as highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
56.8 miles from Sedona, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Sedona is a town in Arizona, United States of America, 120 miles north of Phoenix. Known for its beauty and serene setting amidst the beautiful Red Rocks, the town is famous for its vibrant arts community with nearly 100 art galleries and events including the Sedona International Film Festival, Sedona Arts Festival and the Sedona Jazz Festival. It offers excellent outdoor adventures, including mountain biking, hiking and off-roading. Sedona is surprisingly sprawling, with Oak Creek to the south, West Sedona and Uptown Sedona each providing great views, hikes, dining and arts.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll likely encounter more varied road conditions than a pure interstate journey. While 29% of the drive utilizes highways, the overall feel suggests a need for attention to navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 52.9 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway, after which the road may become more complex. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that shifts between open highway and more intricate local thoroughfares.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 34 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 52.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 13m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.7 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.4 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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3.7 mi into trip|~7m in|AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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7.4 mi into trip|~15m in|AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
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14.7 mi into trip|~26m in|AZ 179
Take the exit onto AZ 179 toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 298
Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
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109 mi into trip|~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward Camelback Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 203
Toward Camelback Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Sedona, AZ to Maryvale, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Oak Creek Canyon along the way.
Oak Creek Canyon
14.7 mi in|~26m|via AZ 179
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Arizona Veterans Highway
52.9 mi
52m
Black Canyon Freeway
32.1 mi
35m
Red Rock Scenic Byway
14.4 mi
25m
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
5.8 mi
5m
West Camelback Road
3.7 mi
7m
North Black Canyon Highway
3.4 mi
3m
North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Arizona Veterans Highway
— 52.9 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sedona, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
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Start on AZ 89A
253 ft·4 sec·North State Route 89A
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Continue on AZ 89A
333 ft·11 sec·North State Route 89A
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Continue on AZ 89A
0.2 mi·35 sec·Prescott–Flagstaff Highway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
177 ft·2 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.3 mi·50 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
69 ft·0 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.5 mi·58 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
8
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
92 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.6 mi·1 min·Red Rock Scenic Byway
10
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
107 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
1.4 mi·3 min·Red Rock Scenic Byway
12
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
80 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.4 mi·57 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
112 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
2.9 mi·6 min·Red Rock Scenic Byway
16
Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
81 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.6 mi·1 min·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
94 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.2 mi·22 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
100 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
0.3 mi·36 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter roundabout onto AZ 179
108 ft·1 sec·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Continue on AZ 179
7.0 mi·9 min·Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Take the exit onto AZ 179
0.2 mi·21 sec·AZ 179
Exit 298Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
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Merge onto I 17
53 mi·52 min·Arizona Veterans Highway
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Continue on I 17
5.8 mi·5 min·Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Continue on I 17
10 mi·10 min·Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
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Continue on I 17
3.2 mi·3 min·North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
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Continue on I 17
22 mi·24 min·Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·20 sec
Exit 203Toward Camelback RoadUse the slight right lane.
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Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi·17 sec·North Black Canyon Highway
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Turn right onto West Camelback Road
3.7 mi·7 min·West Camelback Road
Use the right lane.
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Turn left onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·North 55th Avenue
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
This is a manageable one-day drive, so you have the flexibility to depart when you feel most rested. Aim to leave Sedona in the morning to maximize your daylight hours for the 2h 13m trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without significant turns is over 50 miles, and planning your fuel stops around this could be beneficial. While there are no specific stops noted, it's always wise to take a short break during longer stretches to stay alert.
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 56.8 miles from Sedona, AZ, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 52.9 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 25 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 56.8 miles or 1h 8m 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 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryvale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Sedona, 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 Sedona, AZ
This is one driving day of about 113.5 miles and 2h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Sedona, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 52.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 56.8 mi from Sedona, AZ
· 1h 8m into the drive
The midpoint is around 56.8 miles from Sedona, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maryvale, AZ
The final approach into Maryvale, 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 Maryvale, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Montezuma Castle National Monument
National Monument
Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...
Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...
Since time immemorial, Indigenous Peoples have lived and traveled throughout Walnut Canyon’s dynamic landscape. Vibrant communities built their homes in the cliffs and farmed along the canyon’s rim. T...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.61 one way
$45.22 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg40 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$23.93
$47.86
premium
$5.59
$24.98
$49.97
diesel
$5.61
$25.06
$50.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
34.1
0
$11.92
$5.45
Efficient EV
28.4
0
$9.93
$4.54
EV Truck/SUV
45.4
0
$15.89
$7.26
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Sedona, AZ
Morning
in Sedona on Saturday
Local time
7:22 AM
MST
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Maryvale, AZ
Morning
in Maryvale on Saturday
Local time
7:22 AM
MST
Current temp
93°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
43 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 13m 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 Sedona, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 113.5 miles and takes about 2h 13m 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, Red Rock Scenic Byway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 56.8 miles from Sedona, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.61 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 2h 13m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.7 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.4 miles (AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
On the drive from Sedona, AZ to Maryvale, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Oak Creek Canyon along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Montezuma Castle National Monument, Tuzigoot National Monument and Walnut Canyon National Monument.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
