Maricopa to Tucson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85 miles 136.8 km · straight line
104.6 miles actual route 168.4 km · driving distance
1h 51min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
132° SE bearing direction

How far is Maricopa from Tucson?

The distance from Maricopa to Tucson is 85 miles (136.8 km) as the crow flies. Tucson is located SE of Maricopa. By car, the driving distance is approximately 104.6 miles, taking about 1h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Maricopa and Tucson. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Maricopa to Tucson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 51min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 13min $8–$16* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $13–$37* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Maricopa & Tucson

Quick Facts

Maricopa
33.06°N, 112.05°W
America/Phoenix
358m elevation
Tucson
32.22°N, 110.97°W
America/Phoenix
728m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 292.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM