How far is Phoenix, AZ from Sells, AZ?
The driving distance from Phoenix, AZ to Sells, AZ is about 132.9 miles (213.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 36m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Phoenix and Sells.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix and Sells.
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Start on West Washington Street
98 m · 19 sec · West Washington Street
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Turn left onto South 1st Avenue
133 m · 10 sec · South 1st Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on South 1st Avenue
107 m · 14 sec · South 1st Avenue
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Turn left onto West Madison Street
757 ft · 32 sec · West Madison Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South 1st Street
1412 ft · 55 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Lincoln Street
2148 ft · 1 min · East Lincoln Street
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Turn right onto South 7th Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South 7th Street
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Turn left onto East Maricopa Freeway
89 m · 8 sec · East Maricopa Freeway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 17 South, US 60 East
1054 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway
14 mi · 16 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
36.8 mi · 37 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 8 West: San Diego
3006 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Phoenix Bypass Route
3 mi · 3 min · Phoenix Bypass Route
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Take the exit slight right toward Trekell Road
1480 ft · 43 sec
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Turn left onto South Trekell Road
3024 ft · 1 min · South Trekell Road
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Turn right onto West Hanna Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Hanna Street
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Turn left onto South Chuichu Road
5.4 mi · 8 min · South Chuichu Road
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Continue on Indian Route 15
46.8 mi · 1 hr 5 min · Indian Route 15
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At the end of the road, turn left onto North Tucson-Ajo Highway
21.2 mi · 25 min · North Tucson-Ajo Highway
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Turn right onto San Miguel Road
3104 ft · 1 min · San Miguel Road
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Turn straight onto Main Road
1038 ft · 47 sec · Main Road
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Turn right
684 ft · 35 sec
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Turn left
750 ft · 33 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Phoenix and Sells.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Indian Route 15
Continue on Indian Route 15
46.8 mi · 01h 05m
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.
Sunny leaving Phoenix and Sunny near Sells.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Phoenix to Sells?
The road trip is about 132.9 miles (213.9 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Arizona City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.5 miles from Phoenix and 66.4 miles from Sells.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.8 miles (171.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:54 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.22 one way or $46.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Phoenix and Sunny near Sells.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona City.
Maricopa
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Phoenix and Sells. Straight-line distance: 106.75 mi (171.79 km).
#1 Phoenix
The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
| Population | 1,708,127 |
| Coordinates | 33.4483800, -112.0740400 |
| Altitude | 331 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sells
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona
| Population | 2,495 |
| Coordinates | 31.9120200, -111.8812300 |
| Altitude | 729 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sells (-111.88123, 31.91202)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 214 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 39m |
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 | $23.22 | $46.44 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $25.04 | $50.07 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $26.10 | $52.21 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $29.86 | $59.71 |
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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