Trip from Thatcher, AZ to Maryvale, AZ

Drive Time

3h 42m

Distance

171.3 mi

276 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$34

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min

4 AM

3h 30m ★

6 AM

3h 42m

8 AM

4h 7m

10 AM

3h 51m

12 PM

3h 49m

3 PM

3h 52m

5 PM

4h 6m

8 PM

3h 35m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Thatcher, AZ

Abhishek Navlakha

Maryvale, AZ

Mikhail Nilov

Trip Overview

Traveling from Thatcher to Maryvale spans 171.3 miles across the heart of the Desert Southwest. Expect a drive time of approximately 3 hours and 42 minutes, making this a straightforward journey that fits easily into a single day of travel. You should budget about $34 for fuel to complete the trip. Because the route remains entirely within Arizona, you will experience a consistent regional feel from start to finish. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, this trip is manageable without an overnight split. It serves as a practical connection between these two desert locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

85.7 miles from Thatcher, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 54m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a turn-heavy profile that requires your full attention as you transition between local roads and major arteries. You will navigate a mix of routes, starting with a significant 66.5-mile stretch on East Center Street before moving onto the Phoenix–Globe Highway and the Superstition Freeway. With only 27% of the total distance spent on highways, the experience is far from a monotonous interstate grind. Expect a more technical, engaging drive that demands active steering through local segments. The road character shifts noticeably as you move away from Thatcher and approach the busier infrastructure near Maryvale.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

East Center Street is the longest continuous segment at about 66.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 152.3 miles in near US 60.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 171.3 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 152.3 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.8 miles (I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 157.7 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

152.3 mi into trip | ~3h 16m in | 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

152.8 mi into trip | ~3h 17m in | I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway

Merge onto I 10; US 60 / Maricopa Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

157.7 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in | 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.

159.6 mi into trip | ~3h 25m in | 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.

167.7 mi into trip | ~3h 34m 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
East Center Street	66.5 mi	1h 21m
Phoenix–Globe Highway	42.9 mi	55m
Superstition Freeway	27.1 mi	31m
Papago Freeway	9.5 mi	10m
Maricopa Freeway	4.9 mi	5m
Globe-Lordsburg Highway	4.7 mi	6m
US 60	4.5 mi	8m
East Ash Street	2.3 mi	4m

Longest stretch: East Center Street — 66.5 mi, about 1h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Thatcher, AZ and Maryvale, AZ.

Start on US 70

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Continue on US 70

4.7 mi · 6 min · Globe-Lordsburg Highway

Continue on US 70

66 mi · 1 hr 21 min · East Center Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 70; AZ 77

2.3 mi · 4 min · East Ash Street

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto South Hill Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · South Hill Street

Turn left onto East Oak Street

366 ft · 11 sec · East Oak Street

Turn right onto North Broad Street

0.5 mi · 53 sec · North Broad Street

Continue on US 60

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Broad Street

Continue on US 60

4.0 mi · 7 min · US 60

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 60

1.9 mi · 3 min · West Live Oak Street

Continue on US 60

43 mi · 55 min · Phoenix–Globe Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist

27 mi · 31 min · Superstition Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 60

0.6 mi · 38 sec · US 60

Toward I 10 North Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 10; US 60

4.9 mi · 5 min · Maricopa Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

2.0 mi · 2 min · Papago Freeway

Use the none / slight left lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

2.7 mi · 3 min · Papago Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 10

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel

Continue on I 10

4.9 mi · 5 min · Papago Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Exit 139 Toward 51st Avenue, 59th Avenue Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto North 51st Avenue

2.2 mi · 3 min · North 51st Avenue

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn left onto West Indian School Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · West Indian School Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto North 55th Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North 55th Avenue

Continue on North 55th Avenue

169 ft · 16 sec · North 55th Avenue

Arrive at destination

North 55th Avenue

Trip Plan

Planning your departure is key to navigating the turn-heavy segments comfortably, so aim to leave during daylight hours to maintain better visibility on the local roads. Since the trip takes under four hours, you can easily complete it with just one planned stop to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $34 cost estimate can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency and idling time in traffic. Because this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected delays. Prioritize keeping your focus on the road during the long initial stretch on East Center Street to ensure a smooth transition to the highway portions.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 85.7 miles from Thatcher, AZ, or about 1h 54m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.5 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 80 miles or 1h 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 85.7 miles or 1h 54m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 2m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Maryvale, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Thatcher, 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 Thatcher, AZ

This is one driving day of about 171.3 miles and 3h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Thatcher, AZ.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on East Center Street for about 66.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 85.7 mi from Thatcher, AZ · 1h 54m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Queen Creek, AZ

86 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

Queen Creek, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Queen Creek, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 85.7 miles from Thatcher, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before East Center Street if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.5 miles.

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

$34.09 one way

$68.18 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 60 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$36.00	$72.00
premium	$5.59	$37.68	$75.36
diesel	$5.64	$38.06	$76.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$34

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$59–$84

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 59.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	51.4	$17.99	$8.22
Efficient EV	42.8	$14.99	$6.85
EV Truck/SUV	68.5	$23.98	$10.96

Gas CO2

60 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (67% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Thatcher, AZ

Afternoon in Thatcher on Sunday

Local time

4:10 PM

MST

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Maryvale, AZ

Afternoon in Maryvale on Sunday

Local time

4:10 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

12 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

3h 42m 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 Thatcher, AZ to Maryvale, AZ covers 171.3 miles and takes about 3h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are East Center Street, Phoenix–Globe Highway, Superstition Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 85.7 miles from Thatcher, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

The route from Thatcher, AZ to Maryvale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Thatcher, AZ to Maryvale, AZ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Maryvale, AZ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Thatcher, AZ

Maryvale, AZ

Same local time

12 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 42m on the road

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