How far is Chandler, AZ from Rio Verde, AZ?
The driving distance from Chandler, AZ to Rio Verde, AZ is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 01h 05m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chandler and Rio Verde.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chandler and Rio Verde.
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Start on East Chandler Boulevard
759 ft · 42 sec · East Chandler Boulevard
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Continue on East Chandler Boulevard
810 ft · 20 sec · East Chandler Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Arizona Avenue
4 mi · 7 min · North Arizona Avenue
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Continue on South Country Club Drive
6.8 mi · 12 min · South Country Club Drive
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Continue on North Beeline Highway
4.5 mi · 5 min · North Beeline Highway
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Continue on Beeline Highway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Beeline Highway
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Turn left onto East Shea Boulevard
3136 ft · 60 sec · East Shea Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Saguaro Boulevard
3.8 mi · 7 min · North Saguaro Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Fountain Hills Boulevard
2417 ft · 1 min · North Fountain Hills Boulevard
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Continue on East McDowell Mountain Road
8.1 mi · 20 min · East McDowell Mountain Road
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Continue on North Forest Road
1 km · 2 min · North Forest Road
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Turn left onto East Four Peaks Boulevard
1943 ft · 2 min · East Four Peaks Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Medelice Lane
592 ft · 26 sec · North Medelice Lane
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Medelice Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chandler and Rio Verde.
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.
East McDowell Mountain Road
Continue on East McDowell Mountain Road
8.12 mi · 00h 20m
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.
Clear leaving Chandler and Clear near Rio Verde.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chandler to Rio Verde?
The road trip is about 36.5 miles (58.7 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Fountain Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.2 miles from Chandler and 18.3 miles from Rio Verde.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 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 4:20 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.03 one way or $12.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Chandler and Clear near Rio Verde.
Stop Ideas Near Fountain Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chandler and Rio Verde. Straight-line distance: 30.31 mi (48.78 km).
#1 Chandler
The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 265,398 |
| Coordinates | 33.3061600, -111.8412500 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rio Verde
Located in the high Sonoran Desert of Maricopa County at an elevation of 1617 feet, this unincorporated community is situated northeast of Scottsdale near the Verde River.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 33.7225400, -111.6756900 |
| Altitude | 493 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rio Verde (-111.67569, 33.72254)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.67 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $6.49 | $12.99 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $6.92 | $13.84 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $8.09 | $16.18 |
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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