How far is Houck, AZ from Maryvale, AZ?

The driving distance from Houck, AZ to Maryvale, AZ is about 292.4 miles (470.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 209.3 miles (336.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
292.42 mi
05h 04m
Flight
209.34 mi
336.9 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
209.34 mi
Kilometers
336.9 km
Flight Time
00h 25m

Driving Distance

Road route
292.42 mi
Kilometers
470.61 km
Drive Time
05h 04m

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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 05h 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Maryvale
Thu, Apr 23, 3:00 AM MST
Return by in Houck
Thu, Apr 23, 9:05 AM MDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Houck
2026-04-22T22:55
Arrive Maryvale
Thu, Apr 23, 4:00 AM MDT
Route Timing
05h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:05 AM to 12:05 PM MST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
6:50 AM MDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Houck
9:00 PM MDT
Early departure recommended

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
Flagstaff
AZ

The most populous city in Coconino County, Arizona.

From Houck
146.2 mi
02h 32m
To Maryvale
146.2 mi
02h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 7:00 AM MDT
Wind
9 to 23 mph SW
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Houck and Maryvale.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Houck and Maryvale.

  1. 1

    Start on North Dirt Road

    63 m · 30 sec · North Dirt Road

  2. 2

    Turn left

    29 m · 9 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Frontage Road

    1305 ft · 43 sec · North Frontage Road

  4. 4

    Turn sharp left onto St. Anslem Road

    53 m · 6 sec · St. Anslem Road

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right

    963 ft · 23 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

    152 mi · 2 hr 33 min · Purple Heart Trail

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff

    907 ft · 17 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix

    1 mi · 2 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Arizona Veterans Highway

    93 mi · 1 hr 33 min · Arizona Veterans Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway

    5.8 mi · 6 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

    10.5 mi · 10 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  12. 12

    Continue on North Black Canyon Highway

    3.2 mi · 3 min · North Black Canyon Highway

  13. 13

    Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

    21.6 mi · 25 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Camelback Road

    856 ft · 21 sec

  15. 15

    Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway

    641 ft · 17 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

  16. 16

    Turn right onto West Camelback Road

    3.7 mi · 7 min · West Camelback Road

  17. 17

    Turn left onto North 55th Avenue

    2805 ft · 1 min · North 55th Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North 55th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Houck and Maryvale.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
6.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Purple Heart Trail
152 mi · 52%
Arizona Veterans Highway
93 mi · 32%
Black Canyon Freeway
32.1 mi · 11%
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
5.85 mi · 2%
West Camelback Road
3.73 mi · 1%
North Black Canyon Highway
3.37 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Purple Heart Trail

Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail

152 mi · 02h 33m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
05h 04m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
10h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+83.1 mi
209.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Flagstaff
02h 32m from Houck
Leave By
6:50 AM MDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Houck and Sunny near Maryvale.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Houck to Maryvale?

The road trip is about 292.4 miles (470.6 km) and usually takes 05h 04m in normal driving conditions.

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

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Flagstaff is a useful midpoint, sitting about 146.2 miles from Houck and 146.2 miles from Maryvale.

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

The direct path is about 209.3 miles (336.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 83.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:50 AM MDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $51.09 one way or $102.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 91.7 kg one way.

Do you cross a time zone on this route?

Yes. There is about a 1 hour time difference between Houck and Maryvale, so arrival and return times should be read in local time.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Houck and Sunny near Maryvale.

Stop Ideas Near Flagstaff

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 Flagstaff and the surrounding midpoint area.
United States Postal Service
Practical stop 4.8 mi away

United States Postal Service

Flagstaff , AZ
104 S WC Riles Dr, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Rating 2.7/5 43 reviews Post office,Logistics service,Money order service,Shipping and mailing service
Flagstaff City Hall
Meeting point 5.1 mi away

Flagstaff City Hall

Flagstaff , AZ
211 W Aspen Ave, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Rating 3.5/5 8 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 7.5 mi away

Flagstaff Public Works Department

Flagstaff , AZ
3200 W Rte 66, Flagstaff, AZ 86001
Rating 1.0/5 1 reviews Public works department

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Flagstaff Station

1 East Route 66
BUS

Flagstaff (Greyhound), Arizona

1 mi away
399 S. Malpais Ln.
BUS

Sedona (Center Bus Stop), Arizona

38 mi away
300 North Highway 89A
BUS

Williams, Arizona

49 mi away
233 North Grand Canyon Blvd

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Houck and Maryvale. Straight-line distance: 209.34 mi (336.9 km).

Houck

#1 Houck

Census-designated place in Apache County, Arizona, United States

Population1,024
Coordinates35.2830800, -109.2070400
Altitude1841
CountryUnited States
Maryvale

#2 Maryvale

Urban village in Phoenix, Arizona, United States

Population208,189
Coordinates33.5019900, -112.1776500
Altitude341
CountryUnited States
Start: Houck (-109.20704, 35.28308)
End: Maryvale (-112.17765, 33.50199)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 471 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)09h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)07h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)05h 50m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)04h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)04h 10m
80 mph (129 km/h)03h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
10.32 gal
39.06 L · about $51.09
Round trip
$102.19
20.64 gal · 78.12 L
Estimated CO2
91.7 kg one way
Round trip: 183.4 kg / 404 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $51.09 $102.19
Mid-grade $5.34 $55.09 $110.18
Premium $5.57 $57.44 $114.88
Diesel $6.37 $65.70 $131.39

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 23, 2026

Please keep in mind that there is a 1 hour time gap between Houck, AZ and Maryvale, AZ. The current time in Houck is 22:55:46, although it is 21:55:46 in Maryvale.

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.