How far is Saint David, AZ from Tucson, AZ?
The driving distance from Saint David, AZ to Tucson, AZ is about 53.4 miles (86 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 00h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Cochise County, Arizona
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saint David and Tucson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saint David and Tucson.
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Start on South Lee Street
587 ft · 10 sec · South Lee Street
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Continue on East Patton Street
2 mi · 3 min · East Patton Street
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Continue on State Route 80
5.3 mi · 8 min · State Route 80
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Turn left
19 m · 2 sec
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Turn right onto East 4th Street
1.8 mi · 3 min · East 4th Street
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tucson
38.6 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Alvernon Way North
3072 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto South Alvernon Way
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Alvernon Way
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Keep slight right to continue on South Alvernon Way
1.3 km · 1 min · South Alvernon Way
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Turn left
1174 ft · 22 sec
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Turn straight onto East Barraza Aviation Highway
1 mi · 2 min · East Barraza Aviation Highway
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Turn right onto South Country Club Road
1.6 mi · 4 min · South Country Club Road
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Continue on North Country Club Road
28 m · 2 sec · North Country Club Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Country Club Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Saint David and Tucson.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 10 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Tucson
38.6 mi · 00h 40m
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 Saint David and Sunny near Tucson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Saint David to Tucson?
The road trip is about 53.4 miles (86 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Whetstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Saint David and 26.7 miles from Tucson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 47.1 miles (75.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:34 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.79 one way or $17.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Saint David and Sunny near Tucson.
Stop Ideas Near Whetstone
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 Whetstone.
Benson
Tucson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saint David and Tucson. Straight-line distance: 47.12 mi (75.84 km).
#1 Saint David
Situated in the San Pedro River valley of southeastern Arizona, this unincorporated community in Cochise County lies at an elevation of approximately 3,691 feet.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.9042500, -110.2142400 |
| Altitude | 1125 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tucson
The second most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Tucson metropolitan area.
| Population | 553,571 |
| Coordinates | 32.2217400, -110.9264800 |
| Altitude | 759 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Country Club Road (-110.926548, 32.221738)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $4.67 | $8.79 | $17.57 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $9.46 | $18.93 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $10.08 | $20.16 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $11.79 | $23.58 |
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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