Overview of Driving Distances from Phoenix
- Phoenix Driving Times within Maricopa County
- Phoenix Driving Times to Pinal County
- Phoenix Driving Times to Other Arizona Destinations
- Phoenix Driving Times to Out-of-State Destinations
Phoenix serves as the central hub of the Greater Phoenix area. Covering over 9,000 square miles, navigating driving distances from neighboring communities into the City of Phoenix can be complex. This article provides an overview of estimated driving distances and times from Phoenix, Arizona to various locations.
The following chart serves to provide a general idea of driving distances and times from City Hall in downtown Phoenix. However, it is essential to note that actual travel times vary due to differing driving behaviors, traffic conditions, and road restrictions. Speed limits fluctuate from 55 mph to 75 mph on highways, influencing both distance and time calculations.
Additionally, while some mapping services suggest an average travel time of ‘a mile per minute,’ this is not universally applicable. For mixed highway and city street routes, it’s prudent to allocate an hour for every 50 miles, with extended times during major events that may cause traffic or parking delays.
Driving Times Within Maricopa County
The following cities are located within Maricopa County. Travel times are approximate and reflect typical driving conditions.
From Phoenix, Arizona to … | Distance (miles) |
Time (minutes) |
Avondale | 21 | 27 |
Buckeye | 40 | 48 |
Carefree | 32 | 46 |
Cave Creek | 33 | 45 |
Chandler | 22 | 29 |
Fountain Hills | 26 | 35 |
Gila Bend | 74 | 79 |
Gilbert | 20 | 29 |
Glendale | 15 | 27 |
Goodyear | 24 | 29 |
Litchfield Park | 25 | 34 |
Mesa | 12 | 25 |
New River | 37 | 42 |
Paradise Valley | 11 | 21 |
Peoria | 27 | 34 |
Phoenix | NA | NA |
Queen Creek | 34 | 49 |
Scottsdale | 10 | 18 |
Sun City | 30 | 36 |
Sun Lakes | 26 | 34 |
Surprise | 33 | 40 |
Tempe | 6 | 12 |
Tolleson | 19 | 23 |
Wickenburg | 65 | 76 |
Driving Times to Pinal County
The following cities are located in Pinal County and are considered part of the Greater Phoenix area:
From Phoenix, Arizona to … | Distance (miles) |
Time (minutes) |
Apache Junction | 31 | 37 |
Casa Grande | 50 | 51 |
Florence | 62 | 66 |
Maricopa | 32 | 39 |
Superior | 61 | 64 |
Major Destinations Elsewhere in Arizona
The following cities are notable destinations throughout Arizona:
From Phoenix, Arizona to … | Distance (miles) |
Time (minutes) |
Bullhead City | 233 | 239 |
Camp Verde | 96 | 96 |
Cottonwood | 110 | 114 |
Douglas | 230 | 233 |
Flagstaff | 150 | 143 |
Grand Canyon | 234 | 228 |
Kingman | 197 | 197 |
Lake Havasu City | 207 | 211 |
Lake Powell | 284 | 266 |
Nogales | 175 | 162 |
Payson | 86 | 86 |
Prescott | 106 | 111 |
Sedona | 123 | 127 |
Show Low | 175 | 182 |
Sierra Vista | 187 | 180 |
Tucson | 118 | 115 |
Yuma | 188 | 178 |
Driving Times to Out-of-State Destinations
Traveling from Phoenix to these popular locations often makes for a great road trip:
From Phoenix, Arizona to … | Distance (miles) |
Time (minutes) |
Disneyland, CA | 363 | 332 |
Las Vegas, NV | 297 | 297 |
Los Angeles, CA | 378 | 343 |
Rocky Point, MX* | 215 | 254 |
San Diego, CA | 362 | 337 |
*Passport or Passport Card is required for travel to Mexico.
All mileage and time estimates listed above were sourced from various online mapping services. These times may vary based on individual circumstances, including traffic and route selections.