El Centro to Maricopa: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is El Centro from Maricopa?

The distance from El Centro to Maricopa is 204.7 miles (329.4 km) as the crow flies. Maricopa is located E of El Centro. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255.9 miles, taking about 5h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — El Centro in California and Maricopa in Arizona.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for El Centro and Maricopa. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.