How far is Tanque Verde, AZ from Tortolita, AZ?
The driving distance from Tanque Verde, AZ to Tortolita, AZ is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 47m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tanque Verde and Tortolita.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tanque Verde and Tortolita.
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Start on East Tanque Verde Road
7 mi · 13 min · East Tanque Verde Road
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Turn right onto East Grant Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Grant Road
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Turn right onto North Craycroft Road
4 mi · 7 min · North Craycroft Road
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Turn left onto East Sunrise Drive
3.2 mi · 6 min · East Sunrise Drive
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Continue on East Skyline Drive
2 mi · 3 min · East Skyline Drive
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Continue on East Ina Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · East Ina Road
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Turn right onto North La Cañada Drive
2 mi · 3 min · North La Cañada Drive
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Turn left onto West Overton Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · West Overton Road
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Turn right onto North La Cholla Boulevard
2.5 mi · 4 min · North La Cholla Boulevard
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Turn left onto West Naranja Drive
1396 ft · 38 sec · West Naranja Drive
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Turn right onto North Gemini Drive
69 m · 14 sec · North Gemini Drive
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Turn left
9 m · 1 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 Tanque Verde and Tortolita.
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.
East Tanque Verde Road
Start on East Tanque Verde Road
6.97 mi · 00h 13m
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 Tanque Verde and Sunny near Tortolita.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tanque Verde to Tortolita?
The road trip is about 26.5 miles (42.7 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Catalina Foothills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.2 miles from Tanque Verde and 13.3 miles from Tortolita.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.7 miles (31.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:54 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.39 one way or $8.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tanque Verde and Sunny near Tortolita.
Stop Ideas Near Catalina Foothills
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 Catalina Foothills.
Tucson
Benson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tanque Verde and Tortolita. Straight-line distance: 19.68 mi (31.67 km).
#1 Tanque Verde
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona
| Population | 16,901 |
| Coordinates | 32.2517400, -110.7373100 |
| Altitude | 814 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Tortolita
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona
| Population | 4,274 |
| Coordinates | 32.4103500, -111.0173200 |
| Altitude | 820 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tortolita (-111.01732, 32.41035)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $4.39 | $8.79 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $4.73 | $9.46 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $5.90 | $11.79 |
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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