How far is Maricopa, AZ from Paradise Valley, AZ?
The driving distance from Maricopa, AZ to Paradise Valley, AZ is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 51m 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 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Maricopa and Paradise Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maricopa and Paradise Valley.
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Start on North John Wayne Parkway
38 m · 4 sec · North John Wayne Parkway
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Continue on North John Wayne Parkway
2.2 mi · 5 min · North John Wayne Parkway
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Continue on Maricopa Road
11.8 mi · 14 min · Maricopa Road
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Continue on West Queen Creek Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · West Queen Creek Road
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Turn left onto I 10 West: Phoenix
2405 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Continue on Maricopa Freeway
8 mi · 9 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Take the exit slight left
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on Hohokam Expressway
3.6 mi · 5 min · Hohokam Expressway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East McDowell Road
1719 ft · 51 sec · East McDowell Road
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Turn right onto North 44th Street
4 mi · 8 min · North 44th Street
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Continue on East McDonald Drive
2987 ft · 1 min · East McDonald Drive
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Continue on North Tatum Boulevard
2500 ft · 57 sec · North Tatum Boulevard
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Turn right onto East Lincoln Drive
1.9 mi · 4 min · East Lincoln Drive
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Continue on East Lincoln Drive
81 m · 12 sec · East Lincoln Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Lincoln Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Maricopa and Paradise Valley.
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.
Maricopa Road
Continue on Maricopa Road
11.8 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Maricopa and Partly Sunny near Paradise Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Maricopa to Paradise Valley?
The road trip is about 38.4 miles (61.8 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Guadalupe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Maricopa and 19.2 miles from Paradise Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 4:38 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.73 one way or $13.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Maricopa and Partly Sunny near Paradise Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Guadalupe
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Mastro's City Hall
The Phoenix Police Museum
Tempe Economic Development
Tempe City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Guadalupe.
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Maricopa and Paradise Valley. Straight-line distance: 33.24 mi (53.5 km).
#1 Maricopa
The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 54,539 |
| Coordinates | 33.0581100, -112.0476400 |
| Altitude | 358 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Paradise Valley
Town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 14,851 |
| Coordinates | 33.5311500, -111.9426500 |
| Altitude | 409 |
| Country | United States |
End: Paradise Valley (-111.94265, 33.53115)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $6.73 | $13.47 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $7.57 | $15.14 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $8.66 | $17.32 |
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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