How far is Avondale, AZ from Buckeye, AZ?
The driving distance from Avondale, AZ to Buckeye, AZ is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale and Buckeye.
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Start on the route
8 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto North Central Avenue
2326 ft · 1 min · North Central Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
3056 ft · 60 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on MC 85
14.1 mi · 24 min · MC 85
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Continue on East Monroe Avenue
1832 ft · 56 sec · East Monroe Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Monroe Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Avondale and Buckeye.
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.
MC 85
Continue on MC 85
14.1 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Sunny leaving Avondale and Sunny near Buckeye.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Avondale to Buckeye?
The road trip is about 15.5 miles (24.9 km) and usually takes 00h 23m 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?
Litchfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.7 miles from Avondale and 7.8 miles from Buckeye.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.2 miles (22.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.3 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 7:44 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.72 one way or $5.45 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Avondale and Sunny near Buckeye.
Stop Ideas Near Litchfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Arizona Department of Economic Security
Avondale City Water Billing
City of Buckeye, City Hall
City of Buckeye GIS
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Litchfield.
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Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Avondale and Buckeye. Straight-line distance: 14.24 mi (22.92 km).
#1 Avondale
The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 88,914 |
| Coordinates | 33.4356000, -112.3496000 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Buckeye
Town in Maricopa County, Arizona
| Population | 85,224 |
| Coordinates | 33.3703200, -112.5837800 |
| Altitude | 265 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Monroe Avenue (-112.583781, 33.370491)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 25 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $2.72 | $5.45 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $2.94 | $5.87 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $3.06 | $6.12 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $3.50 | $7.00 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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