How far is South Tucson, AZ from Deer Valley, AZ?

The driving distance from South Tucson, AZ to Deer Valley, AZ is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 122.8 miles (197.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
138.08 mi
02h 08m
Flight
122.86 mi
197.72 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
122.86 mi
Kilometers
197.72 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
138.08 mi
Kilometers
222.22 km
Drive Time
02h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Deer Valley
Thu, Apr 16, 5:56 AM MST
Return by in South Tucson
Thu, Apr 16, 8:05 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave South Tucson
2026-04-16T03:47
Arrive Deer Valley
Thu, Apr 16, 5:56 AM MST
Route Timing
02h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:09 AM to 12:09 PM MST

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

Leave by
2:12 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in South Tucson
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
Casa Grande
AZ

The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.

From South Tucson
67.2 mi
01h 04m
To Deer Valley
70.8 mi
01h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
87°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM MST
Wind
3 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 South Tucson and Deer Valley.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between South Tucson and Deer Valley.

  1. 1

    Start on South 6th Avenue

    2673 ft · 1 min · South 6th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West 22nd Street

    3124 ft · 55 sec · West 22nd Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Freeway Road

    111 m · 11 sec · South Freeway Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West

    1791 ft · 44 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto South Freeway

    4.6 mi · 5 min · South Freeway

  6. 6

    Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

    3.7 mi · 4 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

    50.7 mi · 51 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

  8. 8

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    38.1 mi · 39 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  9. 9

    Continue on Maricopa Freeway

    12 mi · 14 min · Maricopa Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway

    4.2 mi · 5 min · Maricopa Freeway

  11. 11

    Continue on Black Canyon Freeway

    17.1 mi · 20 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  12. 12

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

    1960 ft · 39 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on North Black Canyon Highway

    2727 ft · 58 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Deer Valley Road

    1.4 mi · 3 min · West Deer Valley Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto North 35th Avenue

    11 m · 1 sec · North 35th Avenue

  16. 16

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North 35th Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between South Tucson 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
16 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
11.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
54.5 mi · 39%
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38.1 mi · 28%
Black Canyon Freeway
17.1 mi · 12%
Maricopa Freeway
16.2 mi · 12%
South Freeway
4.62 mi · 3%
West Deer Valley Road
1.4 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

Keep slight left to continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

50.7 mi · 00h 51m

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
02h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.3 mi
122.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Casa Grande
01h 04m from South Tucson
Leave By
2:12 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving South Tucson 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 South Tucson to Deer Valley?

The road trip is about 138.1 miles (222.2 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?

Casa Grande is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.2 miles from South Tucson and 70.8 miles from Deer Valley.

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

The direct path is about 122.8 miles (197.7 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 2:12 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.11 one way or $48.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Tucson and Partly Sunny near Deer Valley.

Stop Ideas Near Casa Grande

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 Casa Grande and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 4.3 mi away

City of Casa Grande

Casa Grande , AZ
Casa Grande, AZ 85122, United States
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Garbage collection service
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 12.8 mi away

Eloy City Hall

Eloy , AZ
595 C St, Eloy, AZ 85131
Rating 4.3/5 7 reviews City Hall,Local government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 10 mi away

Arizona City Plaza

Arizona City , AZ
13350 S Sunland Gin Rd, Arizona City, AZ 85123, United States
City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Casa Grande.

RAIL

Maricopa

34 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

66 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

67 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

82 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between South Tucson and Deer Valley. Straight-line distance: 122.86 mi (197.72 km).

South Tucson

#1 South Tucson

City in Pima County, Arizona, United States

Population5,742
Coordinates32.1995200, -110.9684200
Altitude739
CountryUnited States
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#2 Deer Valley

Deer Valley is a place in Arizona, United States.

Population0
Coordinates33.6839300, -112.1348800
Altitude419
CountryUnited States
Start: South 6th Avenue (-110.96845, 32.19952)
End: North 35th Avenue (-112.134773, 33.683928)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 222 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 36m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 27m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 45m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 18m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 43m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.87 gal
18.44 L · about $24.11
Round trip
$48.22
9.74 gal · 36.88 L
Estimated CO2
43.3 kg one way
Round trip: 86.6 kg / 191 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $24.11 $48.22
Mid-grade $5.34 $26.00 $51.99
Premium $5.57 $27.11 $54.21
Diesel $6.37 $31.00 $62.00

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 South Tucson and Deer Valley. The current time is 03:47:47.

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.