How far is Alhambra, AZ from Sun City West, AZ?
The driving distance from Alhambra, AZ to Sun City West, AZ is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Alhambra and Sun City West.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Alhambra and Sun City West.
-
1
Start on North 35th Avenue
984 ft · 23 sec · North 35th Avenue
-
2
Take the ramp slight right toward US 60: Grand Avenue
63 m · 7 sec
-
3
Merge slight left onto Grand Avenue
15.6 mi · 27 min · Grand Avenue
-
4
Turn right onto North Dysart Road
2202 ft · 56 sec · North Dysart Road
-
5
Turn right onto West Bell Road
2281 ft · 45 sec · West Bell Road
-
6
Turn left onto North R H Johnson Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · North R H Johnson Boulevard
-
7
Turn right onto North 133rd Avenue
1 km · 2 min · North 133rd Avenue
-
8
Turn right onto North Camino Del Sol
577 ft · 16 sec · North Camino Del Sol
-
9
Turn right onto West Marble Drive
78 m · 9 sec · West Marble Drive
-
10
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Marble Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Alhambra and Sun City West.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Grand Avenue
Merge slight left onto Grand Avenue
15.6 mi · 00h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Clear leaving Alhambra and Sunny near Sun City West.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Alhambra to Sun City West?
The road trip is about 18.8 miles (30.3 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Peoria is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.4 miles from Alhambra and 9.4 miles from Sun City West.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.4 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.08 one way or $6.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Alhambra and Sunny near Sun City West.
Stop Ideas Near Peoria
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Phoenix Police Museum
Surprise City Hall
Tolleson City Hall
City Hall Parking
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Peoria.
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Alhambra and Sun City West. Straight-line distance: 16.42 mi (26.43 km).
#1 Alhambra
Situated within Maricopa County at an elevation of 1122 feet, this area functions as an urban village integrated into the central part of Phoenix.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.4983800, -112.1343200 |
| Altitude | 342 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sun City West
Census designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 24,535 |
| Coordinates | 33.6619800, -112.3412700 |
| Altitude | 376 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sun City West (-112.34127, 33.66198)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $3.08 | $6.17 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $3.54 | $7.08 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $4.14 | $8.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Arizona · Oct 15, 2026