How far is Tanque Verde, AZ from Tucson, AZ?
The driving distance from Tanque Verde, AZ to Tucson, AZ is about 13 miles (21 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tanque Verde and Tucson.
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Start on East Tanque Verde Road
7.5 mi · 13 min · East Tanque Verde Road
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Continue on North Wilmot Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · North Wilmot Road
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Turn right onto East Broadway Boulevard
4 mi · 8 min · East Broadway Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Country Club Road
12 m · 1 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 Tanque Verde and Tucson.
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
7.49 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Tanque Verde and Sunny near Tucson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tanque Verde to Tucson?
The road trip is about 13 miles (21 km) and usually takes 00h 25m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Catalina Foothills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Tanque Verde and 6.5 miles from Tucson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.28 one way or $4.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tanque Verde and Sunny near Tucson.
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
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tanque Verde and Tucson. Straight-line distance: 11.25 mi (18.1 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 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: 21 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $2.28 | $4.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $2.46 | $4.91 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $2.56 | $5.12 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $2.93 | $5.86 |
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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