How far is Deer Valley, AZ from Phoenix, AZ?

The driving distance from Deer Valley, AZ to Phoenix, AZ is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 53m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
20.62 mi
00h 26m
Flight
16.65 mi
26.79 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
16.65 mi
Kilometers
26.79 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
20.62 mi
Kilometers
33.19 km
Drive Time
00h 26m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Phoenix
Mon, Oct 19, 8:27 PM MST
Return by in Deer Valley
Mon, Oct 19, 8:54 PM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Deer Valley
2026-10-19T20:01
Arrive Phoenix
Mon, Oct 19, 8:27 PM MST
Route Timing
00h 26m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:27 AM to 7:27 PM MST

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:36 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Deer Valley
10:00 PM MST
Flexible departure

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
Glendale
AZ

The second most populous city in Arizona.

From Deer Valley
9.8 mi
00h 13m
To Phoenix
10.8 mi
00h 13m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Monday

Sunny

Starts
Mon, Oct 19 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 mph E
Destination
70°F
Overnight

Mostly Clear

Starts
Mon, Oct 19 1:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Deer Valley and Phoenix.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Deer Valley and Phoenix.

  1. 1

    Start on North 35th Avenue

    11 m · 8 sec · North 35th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Deer Valley Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Deer Valley Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Black Canyon Highway

    2695 ft · 56 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

  4. 4

    Continue straight

    2194 ft · 48 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway

    14.1 mi · 16 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward I 10 East, I 10 West: Central Phoenix, Los Angeles

    968 ft · 15 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Central Phoenix, Tucson

    1.3 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Papago Freeway

    3165 ft · 42 sec · Papago Freeway

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward 7th Avenue

    1345 ft · 33 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on 7th Avenue South, Arizona State University Downtown Phoenix Campus, Downtown Cultural/Sport Facilities

    549 ft · 13 sec

  11. 11

    Turn straight onto North 7th Avenue

    136 m · 16 sec · North 7th Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn left onto West Roosevelt Street

    2414 ft · 1 min · West Roosevelt Street

  13. 13

    Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

    9 m · 1 sec · North 1st Avenue

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on North 1st Avenue

    1 km · 1 min · North 1st Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West Adams Street

    776 ft · 40 sec · West Adams Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North 1st Street

    125 m · 18 sec · North 1st Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Washington Street

    138 m · 15 sec · East Washington Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Washington Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Deer Valley and Phoenix.

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
18 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
87.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Black Canyon Freeway
14.1 mi · 68%
West Deer Valley Road
1.19 mi · 6%
I 10 East
1 mi · 5%
North Black Canyon Highway
0.93 mi · 4%
North 1st Avenue
0.65 mi · 3%
Papago Freeway
0.6 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Black Canyon Freeway

Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway

14.1 mi · 00h 16m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 26m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.9 mi
16.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Glendale
00h 13m from Deer Valley
Leave By
7:36 PM MST
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Deer Valley and Mostly Clear near Phoenix.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Deer Valley to Phoenix?

The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.2 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?

Glendale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Deer Valley and 10.8 miles from Phoenix.

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

The direct path is about 16.7 miles (26.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 7:36 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.37 one way or $6.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Deer Valley and Mostly Clear near Phoenix.

Stop Ideas Near Glendale

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 Glendale and the surrounding midpoint area.
Mastro's City Hall
Food stop 11.3 mi away

Mastro's City Hall

Scottsdale , AZ
6991 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, United States
Rating 4.6/5 1,194 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Restaurant,Steak house
The Phoenix Police Museum
Scenic stop 8 mi away

The Phoenix Police Museum

Phoenix , AZ
Historic City Hall, 17 S 2nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Rating 4.7/5 201 reviews Tourist attraction,Children's museum,Historical landmark,Local history museum,History museum
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 6.6 mi away

City of Peoria Municipal Operations Center

Peoria , AZ
8850 N 79th Ave, Peoria, AZ 85345, United States
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 11.6 mi away

Tolleson City Hall

Tolleson , AZ
9555 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353, United States
Rating 4.9/5 32 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Glendale.

BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

7 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

18 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

20 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
RAIL

Maricopa

55 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Deer Valley and Phoenix. Straight-line distance: 16.65 mi (26.79 km).

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#1 Deer Valley

Situated in the northern reaches of Phoenix within Maricopa County, this extensive urban village lies at an average elevation of approximately 1,375 feet above sea level.

Population0
Coordinates33.6839300, -112.1348800
Altitude419
CountryUnited States
Phoenix

#2 Phoenix

The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

Population1,708,127
Coordinates33.4483800, -112.0740400
Altitude331
CountryUnited States
Start: North 35th Avenue (-112.134773, 33.683928)
End: West Washington Street (-112.074064, 33.448223)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 33 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 41m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 24m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 17m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.73 gal
2.75 L · about $3.37
Round trip
$6.75
1.46 gal · 5.5 L
Estimated CO2
6.5 kg one way
Round trip: 13 kg / 29 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.62 $3.37 $6.75
Mid-grade $4.97 $3.63 $7.26
Premium $5.30 $3.87 $7.74
Diesel $6.38 $4.66 $9.32

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Deer Valley and Phoenix. The current time is 20:01:00.

Distance to Other Cities

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