How far is Arizona City, AZ from Maricopa, AZ?

The driving distance from Arizona City, AZ to Maricopa, AZ is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.2 miles (48.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
34.89 mi
00h 45m
Flight
30.22 mi
48.64 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.22 mi
Kilometers
48.64 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.89 mi
Kilometers
56.15 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Maricopa
Sun, Apr 19, 7:00 AM MST
Return by in Arizona City
Sun, Apr 19, 7:45 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Arizona City
2026-04-19T06:14
Arrive Maricopa
Sun, Apr 19, 7:00 AM MST
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM MST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:58 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Arizona City
9:30 PM MST
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Casa Grande
AZ

The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.

From Arizona City
21.8 mi
00h 22m
To Maricopa
13 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
90°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MST
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE
Destination
96°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 10 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Arizona City and Maricopa.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Arizona City and Maricopa.

  1. 1

    Start on South Sunland Gin Road

    3.8 mi · 7 min · South Sunland Gin Road

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left toward I 8 West, I 10 West: San Diego, Phoenix

    1682 ft · 41 sec

  3. 3

    Keep slight left to continue on I 8 West: San Diego

    1555 ft · 38 sec

  4. 4

    Continue on Phoenix Bypass Route

    16.8 mi · 17 min · Phoenix Bypass Route

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight right toward Stanfield

    1999 ft · 51 sec

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Stanfield Road

    3.4 mi · 8 min · Stanfield Road

  7. 7

    Turn left onto Gila Bend–Casa Grande Highway

    2702 ft · 52 sec · Gila Bend–Casa Grande Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on Arizona Drive

    2448 ft · 41 sec · Arizona Drive

  9. 9

    Continue on Gila Bend–Casa Grande Highway

    4.1 mi · 6 min · Gila Bend–Casa Grande Highway

  10. 10

    Turn right onto South John Wayne Parkway

    13.1 mi · 15 min · South John Wayne Parkway

  11. 11

    Continue on North John Wayne Parkway

    2641 ft · 43 sec · North John Wayne Parkway

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North John Wayne Parkway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Arizona City and Maricopa.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
12 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
0 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
34.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix Bypass Route
16.8 mi · 48%
South John Wayne Parkway
13.1 mi · 38%
Gila Bend–Casa Grande Highway
4.59 mi · 13%
South Sunland Gin Road
3.81 mi · 11%
Stanfield Road
3.4 mi · 10%
I 8 West
0.61 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix Bypass Route

Continue on Phoenix Bypass Route

16.8 mi · 00h 17m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.7 mi
30.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Casa Grande
00h 22m from Arizona City
Leave By
4:58 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Arizona City and Mostly Sunny near Maricopa.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Arizona City to Maricopa?

The road trip is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km) and usually takes 00h 45m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Casa Grande is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.8 miles from Arizona City and 13 miles from Maricopa.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.2 miles (48.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.09 one way or $12.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.9 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Arizona City and Mostly Sunny near Maricopa.

Stop Ideas Near Casa Grande

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Casa Grande and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 14.3 mi away

City of Casa Grande

Casa Grande , AZ
Casa Grande, AZ 85122, United States
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Garbage collection service
City of Maricopa: City Hall
Meeting point 14.8 mi away

City of Maricopa: City Hall

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.8/5 23 reviews City or town hall,City government office
The City of Maricopa's City Complex
Nearby stop 14.8 mi away

The City of Maricopa's City Complex

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.3/5 3 reviews Civic center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Casa Grande.

RAIL

Maricopa

34 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

66 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

67 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

82 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Arizona City and Maricopa. Straight-line distance: 30.22 mi (48.64 km).

Arizona City

#1 Arizona City

Census designated place

Population10,475
Coordinates32.7558900, -111.6709600
Altitude460
CountryUnited States
Maricopa

#2 Maricopa

The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.

Population54,539
Coordinates33.0581100, -112.0476400
Altitude358
CountryUnited States
Start: South Sunland Gin Road (-111.67111, 32.755892)
End: AZ 347 (-112.047267, 33.058158)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 52m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 26m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.23 gal
4.66 L · about $6.09
Round trip
$12.18
2.46 gal · 9.32 L
Estimated CO2
10.9 kg one way
Round trip: 21.9 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $6.09 $12.18
Mid-grade $5.34 $6.57 $13.13
Premium $5.57 $6.85 $13.69
Diesel $6.37 $7.83 $15.66

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 · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Arizona City and Maricopa. The current time is 06:14:22.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.