Origin
Superior, AZ
Evening in Superior on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
MST
Current temp
55°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Superior, AZ to Maryvale, AZ
Drive Time
1h 31m
Distance
73.8 mi
119 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 35m
3 PM
1h 37m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Superior, AZ
Muhaimin Abdul Aziz
Maryvale, AZ
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Traveling from Superior to Maryvale covers 73.8 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 31 minutes. This straightforward route serves as a perfect day trip, allowing you to transition easily across the Desert Southwest without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $15 on fuel for this journey, making it a budget-friendly excursion. The path utilizes the Phoenix–Globe Highway, Superstition Freeway, and Papago Freeway to bridge the gap between the two locations. Because the drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. It is an efficient way to navigate the region while keeping your travel time well under two hours.
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
36.9 miles from Superior, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving profile that shifts as you move from the open road into the metropolitan freeway network. With 57% of your travel occurring on highways, you will experience a balance of cruising and typical urban traffic flow. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 27.3 miles along the Phoenix–Globe Highway, giving you a significant stretch of consistent driving. As you transition onto the Superstition and Papago Freeways, the pace and environment change from a regional highway feel to a faster, high-capacity freeway experience. You will find that the road surface and traffic density evolve noticeably as you approach Maryvale.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Phoenix–Globe Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 73.8 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 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
Take the ramp toward US-60 West
Navigation decision point
Toward US-60 West
7
54.7 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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US 60
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60 toward I 10 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 10 North
6
60.2 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / slight left lanes.
6
62.1 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
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I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.2 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 27.3 mi | 33m |
| Superstition Freeway | 27.1 mi | 31m |
| Papago Freeway | 9.5 mi | 10m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| North 51st Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| US 60 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North 55th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Indian School Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Phoenix–Globe Highway
— 27.3 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Superior, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.
1
Start on North Magma Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
North Magma Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US-60 West
3
Merge onto US 60
27 mi
·
33 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Superstition Freeway
Use the none lane.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
US 60
Toward I 10 North
Use the none lane.
6
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the none / slight left lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
10
Continue on I 10
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 139
Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto North 51st Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North 51st Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Indian School Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto North 55th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 55th Avenue
15
Continue on North 55th Avenue
169 ft
·
16 sec
·
North 55th Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
North 55th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this 73.8-mile trip is quite manageable, you do not need to worry about complex stop-overs or multi-day planning. Aim to depart during off-peak hours to ensure your 1 hour and 31 minute travel time remains consistent, especially when navigating the freeway portions. Because you are traversing several major highways, stay alert for changing speed limits and merging traffic as you transition between the Phoenix–Globe Highway and the freeways. Keep your $15 fuel budget in mind, and consider topping off your tank in Superior before you head out to avoid potential price fluctuations near the metro area. This route’s brevity is its greatest strength, offering you the freedom to reach your destination quickly without the stress of a long-haul commute.
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 36.9 miles from Superior, AZ, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.3 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 73.8 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.9 miles or 45m 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 14m
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 Superior, 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 Superior, AZ
This is one driving day of about 73.8 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Superior, 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 Phoenix–Globe Highway for about 27.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.9 mi from Superior, AZ · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.9 miles from Superior, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.69 one way
$29.37 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $15.51 | $31.02 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.23 | $32.47 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.40 | $32.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.75 | $3.54 |
| Efficient EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.46 | $2.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.5 | 0 | $10.33 | $4.72 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Maryvale, AZ
Evening in Maryvale on Sunday
Local time
7:45 PM
MST
Current temp
60°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
5 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
1h 31m 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 Superior, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 73.8 miles and takes about 1h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Phoenix–Globe Highway, Superstition Freeway, Papago Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.9 miles from Superior, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.69 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 73.8 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles: Navigation decision point; at 54.7 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.2 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Superior, AZ to Maryvale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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