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

The driving distance from Marana, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 101 miles (162.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
116.28 mi
01h 50m
Flight
100.99 mi
162.53 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
100.99 mi
Kilometers
162.53 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
116.28 mi
Kilometers
187.13 km
Drive Time
01h 50m

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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 50m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Deer Valley
Thu, Apr 16, 3:42 AM MST
Return by in Marana
Thu, Apr 16, 5:33 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Marana
2026-04-16T01:52
Arrive Deer Valley
Thu, Apr 16, 3:42 AM MST
Route Timing
01h 50m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:50 AM to 11:50 AM MST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:50 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Marana
9:30 PM MST
Morning start is best

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
Sacaton
AZ

Census-designated place in Pinal County, Arizona

From Marana
56.4 mi
00h 55m
To Deer Valley
60 mi
00h 55m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MST
Wind
6 to 14 mph S
Destination
87°F
Thursday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on North Steele Drive

    65 m · 12 sec · North Steele Drive

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Swanson Street

    1006 ft · 49 sec · West Swanson Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Whitney Lane

    577 ft · 27 sec · North Whitney Lane

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Moore Road

    1624 ft · 44 sec · West Moore Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto North Sandario Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · North Sandario Road

  6. 6

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Sandario Road

    32 m · 4 sec · North Sandario Road

  7. 7

    Exit the roundabout onto North Sandario Road

    1584 ft · 60 sec · North Sandario Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Phoenix

    2256 ft · 55 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

    36.1 mi · 36 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

  10. 10

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    38.1 mi · 39 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  11. 11

    Continue on Maricopa Freeway

    12 mi · 14 min · Maricopa Freeway

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway

    4.2 mi · 5 min · Maricopa Freeway

  13. 13

    Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

    17.1 mi · 20 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward Rose Garden Lane, Deer Valley Road

    1960 ft · 39 sec

  15. 15

    Continue on North Black Canyon Highway

    2727 ft · 58 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

  16. 16

    Turn left onto West Deer Valley Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · West Deer Valley Road

  17. 17

    Turn right onto North 35th Avenue

    11 m · 1 sec · North 35th Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North 35th Avenue

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
1 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38.1 mi · 33%
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
36.1 mi · 31%
Black Canyon Freeway
17.1 mi · 15%
Maricopa Freeway
16.2 mi · 14%
North Sandario Road
1.63 mi · 1%
West Deer Valley Road
1.4 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

38.1 mi · 00h 39m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 50m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 40m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.3 mi
101 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 55m from Marana
Leave By
2:50 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Marana and Partly Sunny near Deer Valley.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 116.3 miles (187.1 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?

Sacaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Marana and 60 miles from Deer Valley.

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

The direct path is about 101 miles (162.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.30 one way or $40.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Marana and Partly Sunny near Deer Valley.

Stop Ideas Near Sacaton

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 Sacaton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 7.2 mi away

City of Casa Grande

Casa Grande , AZ
Casa Grande, AZ 85122, United States
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Garbage collection service
City of Maricopa: City Hall
Meeting point 12.4 mi away

City of Maricopa: City Hall

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.8/5 23 reviews City or town hall,City government office
The City of Maricopa's City Complex
Nearby stop 12.4 mi away

The City of Maricopa's City Complex

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.3/5 3 reviews Civic center

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Maricopa

29 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

47 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

49 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

64 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Marana and Deer Valley. Straight-line distance: 100.99 mi (162.53 km).

Marana

#1 Marana

Town in Pima and Pinal counties in Arizona, United States

Population51,306
Coordinates32.4367400, -111.2253800
Altitude607
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Deer Valley

Deer Valley is a place in Arizona, United States.

Population0
Coordinates33.6839300, -112.1348800
Altitude419
CountryUnited States
Start: North Steele Drive (-111.225452, 32.436739)
End: North 35th Avenue (-112.134773, 33.683928)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 187 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 52m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 54m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 56m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 39m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 27m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.1 gal
15.53 L · about $20.30
Round trip
$40.60
8.2 gal · 31.06 L
Estimated CO2
36.4 kg one way
Round trip: 72.9 kg / 161 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $20.30 $40.60
Mid-grade $5.34 $21.89 $43.77
Premium $5.57 $22.82 $45.64
Diesel $6.37 $26.10 $52.20

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Marana and Deer Valley. The current time is 01:52:35.

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.