Distance Guide
How far is Phoenix from Tempe?
The distance between Phoenix, AZ and Tempe, AZ is about 8 miles — roughly a 9 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
8 mi
Drive time
9 min
Midpoint
33.437°, -112.007°
Driving from Phoenix to Tempe
Most drivers cover the 8-mile route in about 9 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint lands downtown Tempe or Mill Avenue — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 4 miles each instead of 8. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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