How far is Blackwater, AZ from Tucson, AZ?
The driving distance from Blackwater, AZ to Tucson, AZ is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.7 miles (109 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 23m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Blackwater and Tucson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blackwater and Tucson.
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Start on Blackwater School Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Blackwater School Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Skousen Road
2 mi · 5 min · Skousen Road
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Turn left onto Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
2 mi · 3 min · Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
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Turn right onto North Arizona Boulevard
8.6 mi · 15 min · North Arizona Boulevard
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Continue on Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
10.7 mi · 16 min · Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
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Turn left
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
42.7 mi · 44 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Continue on North Freeway
3.6 mi · 4 min · North Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
2278 ft · 44 sec
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Turn straight onto North Freeway Road
49 m · 5 sec · North Freeway Road
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Turn left onto West Congress Street
1776 ft · 56 sec · West Congress Street
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Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
2.9 mi · 7 min · West Broadway Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Country Club Road
40 m · 9 sec · North Country Club Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Country Club Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Blackwater and Tucson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
42.7 mi · 00h 44m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Blackwater and Sunny near Tucson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Blackwater to Tucson?
The road trip is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?
Avra Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.7 miles from Blackwater and 39.1 miles from Tucson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.7 miles (109 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 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 3:44 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.42 one way or $26.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Blackwater and Sunny near Tucson.
Stop Ideas Near Avra Valley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Avra Valley.
Tucson
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Blackwater and Tucson. Straight-line distance: 67.72 mi (108.98 km).
#1 Blackwater
Blackwater is a place in Arizona, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.0311700, -111.5826300 |
| Altitude | 420 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tucson
The second most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Tucson metropolitan area.
| Population | 553,571 |
| Coordinates | 32.2217400, -110.9264800 |
| Altitude | 759 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Country Club Road (-110.926548, 32.221738)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 124 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $13.42 | $26.83 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $14.47 | $28.93 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $15.08 | $30.17 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $17.25 | $34.50 |
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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