Origin
Tucson, AZ
Afternoon in Tucson on Friday
Local time
4:49 PM
MST
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
66.3 mi
107 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tucson, AZ
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Huachuca City, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Tucson, AZ, to Huachuca City, AZ, covers a distance of 66.3 miles, estimated to take about 1 hour and 18 minutes. This drive is best suited as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, it's an affordable excursion. The route primarily utilizes the Tucson-Benson Highway and State Route 90, culminating on Huachuca Boulevard. Expect a local driving feel with frequent turns as you traverse the Desert Southwest.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 66.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (20%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a more engaging experience than a straightforward interstate cruise. Only 20% of the journey is on highways, with the longest uninterrupted stretch measuring 36.2 miles along the Tucson-Benson Highway. As you transition from the Tucson-Benson Highway to State Route 90 and then Huachuca Boulevard, anticipate a series of local roads and turns that require your attention. This dynamic road profile means you'll be actively navigating rather than passively cruising for much of the drive.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tucson-Benson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 36.2 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near South Alvernon Way.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ is easy. At 1h 18m with 20% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (South Alvernon Way): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 10 / Tucson-Benson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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South Alvernon Way
Turn right onto South Alvernon Way
Navigation decision point
6
5.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Turn left toward I 10 East: El Paso
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 10 East: El Paso
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 10 / Tucson-Benson Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Tucson-Benson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
42.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward AZ 90 East: Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 302
Toward AZ 90 East: Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista
5
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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 Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Sierra Vista along the way.
Sierra Vista
42.1 mi in
|
~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson-Benson Highway | 36.2 mi | 37m |
| State Route 90 | 11.9 mi | 14m |
| Huachuca Boulevard | 9.1 mi | 10m |
| South Alvernon Way | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North Country Club Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| North Huachuca Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South State Highway 90 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Barraza Aviation Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Tucson-Benson Highway
— 36.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tucson, AZ and Huachuca City, AZ.
1
Start on North Country Club Road
199 ft
·
32 sec
·
North Country Club Road
2
Continue on North Country Club Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Country Club Road
3
Take the ramp
160 ft
·
4 sec
4
Turn straight onto AZ 210
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Barraza Aviation Highway
5
Turn straight
155 ft
·
2 sec
Toward Alvernon Way
6
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
this road
Toward Alvernon Way
7
Turn right onto South Alvernon Way
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
South Alvernon Way
8
Turn left
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 East: El Paso
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 10
36 mi
·
37 min
·
Tucson-Benson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 302
Toward AZ 90 East: Fort Huachuca, Sierra Vista
11
Turn right onto AZ 90
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Highway 90
12
Continue on AZ 90
9.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Huachuca Boulevard
13
Continue on AZ 90
12 mi
·
14 min
·
State Route 90
14
Continue on AZ 90
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Huachuca Boulevard
15
Turn left onto Clark Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Clark Street
16
Turn left
152 ft
·
11 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.1 mi from Tucson, AZ · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.1 miles from Tucson, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Huachuca City, AZ
The final approach into Huachuca City, 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
$13.21 one way
$26.42 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| premium | $5.59 | $14.59 | $29.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Huachuca City, AZ
Afternoon in Huachuca City on Friday
Local time
4:49 PM
MST
Current temp
80°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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 18m 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 Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ covers 66.3 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tucson-Benson Highway, State Route 90, Huachuca Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.1 miles from Tucson, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.21 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 Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ is easy. At 1h 18m with 20% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (South Alvernon Way): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 10 / Tucson-Benson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tucson, AZ to Huachuca City, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Sierra Vista along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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