Origin
Surprise, AZ
Afternoon in Surprise on Wednesday
Local time
3:55 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 59m
Distance
101 mi
163 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Surprise, AZ
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Cornville, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Surprise to Cornville is a straightforward 101-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 59 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $20 on fuel for the trek, which remains entirely within the Desert Southwest region. The trip utilizes a combination of the Arizona Veterans Highway, the Black Canyon Freeway, and the Bob Stump Memorial Parkway. Navigating this path offers a practical transition between these two Arizona locations, providing a reliable itinerary for those looking to move efficiently through the high desert landscape.
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
50.5 miles from Surprise, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed-character experience, balancing fast-paced highway segments with more localized road travel. You will spend about 31% of your journey on major highways, which helps maintain steady progress during the initial stages. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 44.4-mile segment along the Arizona Veterans Highway, providing a consistent rhythm to your drive. As you transition between the various parkways and freeways, the road's personality shifts from high-speed transit to the more varied conditions typical of the region. Expect a drive that requires your attention as the infrastructure changes, ensuring you stay focused behind the wheel throughout the nearly two-hour transit.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Paradise Lane is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ is easy. At 1h 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Paradise Lane | — | — |
| North El Mirage Road | — | — |
| AZ 303 | — | — |
| Bob Stump Memorial Parkway | — | — |
| I 17 North | — | — |
| Black Canyon Freeway | — | — |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | — | — |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Paradise Lane
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Surprise, AZ and Cornville, AZ.
1
Start on North Nash Street
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Nash Street
2
Turn right onto West Paradise Lane
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Paradise Lane
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto North El Mirage Road
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
North El Mirage Road
4
Take the ramp right toward AZ 303 Loop North
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
AZ 303 Loop North
5
Merge slight left onto Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
15 mi
·
17 min
·
Bob Stump Memorial Parkway
6
Take the exit slight left toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 17 North: Flagstaff
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 17 North: Flagstaff
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
I 17 North: Flagstaff
8
Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
16 mi
·
16 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
9
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
10
Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
31 mi
·
31 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Rimrock, McGuiveville, Lake Montesuma Well, Cornville Road, Dry Beaver Creek
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Rimrock, McGuiveville, Lake Montesuma Well, Cornville Road, Dry Beaver Creek
13
Turn left onto East Cornville Road
9.2 mi
·
16 min
·
East Cornville Road
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule without worrying about complex multi-day logistics. Given the 101-mile distance, you likely will not need to plan for formal stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $20 estimated cost. Try to avoid peak traffic hours when transitioning onto the Black Canyon Freeway to ensure your travel time stays close to the two-hour mark. If you are prone to fatigue, take advantage of the fact that there are no mandatory stops and pull over whenever you feel the need for a quick reset. A great strategy for this route is to verify your fuel levels before hitting the Arizona Veterans Highway to ensure you can complete the 44.4-mile stretch without any interruptions.
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 50.5 miles from Surprise, AZ, or about 59m into the drive.
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 22 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.5 miles or 59m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cornville, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Surprise, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Surprise, AZ
This is one driving day of about 101 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Surprise, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.5 mi from Surprise, AZ · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.5 miles from Surprise, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cornville, AZ
The final approach into Cornville, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.12 one way
$40.24 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $21.29 | $42.59 |
| premium | $5.59 | $22.23 | $44.46 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.30 | $44.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.3 | 0 | $10.60 | $4.85 |
| Efficient EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.4 | 0 | $14.14 | $6.46 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Cornville, AZ
Afternoon in Cornville on Wednesday
Local time
3:55 PM
MST
Current temp
79°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
9 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 59m 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 Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ covers 101 miles and takes about 1h 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Paradise Lane, North El Mirage Road, AZ 303. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.5 miles from Surprise, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.12 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.
The drive from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ is easy. At 1h 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Surprise, AZ to Cornville, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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