Buckeye

Arizona

1
Destinations

Buckeye is located in Arizona, approximately 30 miles from Phoenix. The most popular drive from Buckeye is to Phoenix. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Buckeye

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Phoenix
29 miles
1h 2min

Nearby Cities

Goodyear (14 mi)Avondale (14 mi)Surprise (22 mi)Laveen (24 mi)Peoria (25 mi)Peoria AZ (25 mi)

Routes to Buckeye

Phoenix → Buckeye

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Buckeye from Phoenix?
Buckeye is approximately 29 miles from Phoenix, taking around 1h 2min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Buckeye?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Phoenix, Buckeye.
How many routes from Buckeye?
Buckeye has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Buckeye from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Buckeye to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Phoenix, roughly 35 miles away by road.

Phoenix~35 mi · 30 min
Tucson~145 mi · 2h 30m
Las Vegas~290 mi · 5h
San Diego~325 mi · 5h 30m
Los Angeles~395 mi · 6h 45m

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Buckeye

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Buckeye by road:

Phoenix Sky Harbor (PHX)~40 mi · 45 min
Tucson (TUS)~155 mi · 2h 45m

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Buckeye: What to Know

As a Arizona starting point, Buckeye gives drivers straightforward access to the Southwest's main corridors. Weekday mornings before 7 AM are typically the quietest time to get on the road, while Friday afternoons and holiday weekends see the heaviest traffic on routes out of town. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-20, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Driving from Buckeye

Buckeye is a popular starting point for road trips across the United States, with 3 destinations reachable by car. Whether you are planning a quick day trip to a neighboring city or an extended cross-country adventure, this page provides accurate driving times, distances, and estimated fuel costs for every route. Use the cards above to compare drive times and pick the best destination for your next trip. Each route page includes detailed information about highway options, toll costs, traffic patterns, and the best times to travel.