How far is Tempe Junction, AZ from Oro Valley, AZ?
The driving distance from Tempe Junction, AZ to Oro Valley, AZ is about 104.5 miles (168.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 90.6 miles (145.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 59m 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 01h 59m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tempe Junction and Oro Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tempe Junction and Oro Valley.
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Start on West 13th Street
1342 ft · 55 sec · West 13th Street
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Turn left onto South Roosevelt Street
2645 ft · 1 min · South Roosevelt Street
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Turn right onto West Broadway Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Broadway Road
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Continue on West Broadway Road
1558 ft · 1 min · West Broadway Road
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Turn left onto I 10 East: Tucson
1315 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left onto Hohokam Expressway
1.4 mi · 1 min · Hohokam Expressway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: East Tucson
1030 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway
6.7 mi · 8 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
37.8 mi · 38 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
44.7 mi · 45 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Twin Peaks Road
2164 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on North Casa Grande Highway
737 ft · 17 sec · North Casa Grande Highway
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Turn left onto West Twin Peaks Road
3092 ft · 1 min · West Twin Peaks Road
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Turn right onto West Linda Vista Boulevard
3.3 mi · 7 min · West Linda Vista Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Thornydale Road
2863 ft · 1 min · North Thornydale Road
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Turn slight right onto West Pecos Way
1.1 km · 1 min · West Pecos Way
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Continue on West Lambert Lane
4.1 mi · 7 min · West Lambert Lane
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Continue on East Pusch View Lane
3275 ft · 1 min · East Pusch View Lane
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Turn right onto North Oracle Road
2075 ft · 38 sec · North Oracle Road
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Turn right onto West Greenock Drive
607 ft · 27 sec · West Greenock Drive
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Turn left
52 m · 14 sec
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Continue on North Valle del Oro Drive
147 m · 22 sec · North Valle del Oro Drive
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Turn right onto West Oro Place
76 m · 11 sec · West Oro Place
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Oro Place
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tempe Junction and Oro Valley.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
44.7 mi · 00h 45m
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 Tempe Junction and Sunny near Oro Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tempe Junction to Oro Valley?
The road trip is about 104.5 miles (168.1 km) and usually takes 01h 59m 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 52.3 miles from Tempe Junction and 52.2 miles from Oro Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 90.6 miles (145.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 2:30 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.27 one way or $36.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tempe Junction and Sunny near Oro Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Casa Grande
Eloy City Hall
Arizona City Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona City.
Maricopa
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Tucson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tempe Junction and Oro Valley. Straight-line distance: 90.61 mi (145.83 km).
#1 Tempe Junction
A census-designated place in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 158,368 |
| Coordinates | 33.4142100, -111.9434800 |
| Altitude | 354 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Oro Valley
Town in Pima County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 46,678 |
| Coordinates | 32.3909100, -110.9664900 |
| Altitude | 775 |
| Country | United States |
End: Oro Valley (-110.96649, 32.39091)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
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 | $18.27 | $36.54 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $19.70 | $39.39 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $20.54 | $41.08 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $23.49 | $46.98 |
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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