Landing at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and heading to 3928 North San Marin Drive, Florence, AZ 85132? Airport Shuttle of Phoenix provides door-to-door service along this route, covering the roughly 59 miles southeast of the airport in about an hour to an hour and 15 minutes, depending on traffic.
How Far Is Florence, AZ from Phoenix Sky Harbor?
Florence sits about 59 miles southeast of Sky Harbor, down the US-60 corridor and into the heart of Pinal County. One of Arizona's oldest towns — founded in 1866 and nicknamed the 'Jewel of the Desert' — Florence is the Pinal County seat, with a historic downtown that contrasts nicely with the newer residential neighborhoods growing up around it, including the area around North San Marin Drive on the town's north side.
For most travelers, the drive takes 60 to 75 minutes. Leaving PHX during East Valley rush hour can add 15–20 minutes, while midday and evening runs tend to move quickly.
The Route: US-60 East and AZ-79 South
Our drivers typically take the US-60 freeway east through Tempe and Mesa, with the Superstition Mountains filling the windshield near Apache Junction. The route continues past the golf communities of Gold Canyon before turning south on State Route 79 — past the Tom Mix Memorial and down into Florence, where Poston Butte rises just north of town. It's an easy, scenic desert drive, and even easier when someone else handles the wheel.
Why a Shuttle Beats Rideshare or a Rental Car for This Trip
Rideshare: A Long Haul with an Unpredictable Price
A 59-mile rideshare trip from PHX to Florence is one of the longest rides a driver can accept, and that creates real problems: surge pricing during peak arrival windows, longer wait times, and drivers who sometimes decline fares that take them far outside the metro area. If you land late at night, your options shrink even further. And because rideshare pricing is metered, you won't know the final cost until the ride ends.
Rental Car: Hidden Costs and Extra Work
A rental means airport concession fees, fuel, insurance add-ons, and navigating an unfamiliar desert highway right after a long flight. Since 3928 North San Marin Drive is a residential address, the car will likely sit parked for most of your stay — an expensive accessory for a trip you'll really only make twice.
The Shuttle Advantage
With Airport Shuttle of Phoenix, you get:
- Door-to-door service — from the terminal directly to North San Marin Drive, no intermediate stops.
- A flat starting rate — quoted when you book, so there are no surprises at drop-off.
- Meet-and-greet service — your driver meets you inside the airport, not at a distant pickup lot.
- Luggage assistance — from baggage claim to your front door.
What to Expect When You Book
Reserving your ride takes just a few minutes at airportshuttleofphoenix.com. You'll receive a confirmation with your pickup details, and your driver monitors your flight so a delayed arrival doesn't throw off your pickup. After you collect your bags, your driver meets you and begins the drive south — usually about an hour of relaxed travel before you're pulling up to your address on North San Marin Drive. It's a popular route for snowbirds heading to winter homes, families visiting Pinal County, and travelers connecting to the Florence area from cities across the country.
Things to Do Near North San Marin Drive in Florence
Whether you're visiting for a weekend or settling in for a longer stay, Florence punches above its weight for things to see and do:
Historic Downtown Florence
Just a short drive south, downtown Florence is one of the best-preserved historic districts in Arizona. The 1891 Pinal County Courthouse anchors Main Street, while McFarland State Historic Park and the Pinal County Historical Museum bring the town's frontier era to life. Adobe and Victorian-era homes line the surrounding streets — worth a slow drive or a walking tour.
Golf, Trails, and Desert Sightseeing
Golfers can tee it up at Poston Butte Golf Club, minutes from the San Marin Drive area. Outdoor enthusiasts are well positioned too: Boyce Thompson Arboretum is roughly 25 minutes north near Superior, and Casa Grande Ruins National Monument — a 700-year-old Hohokam 'great house' — sits a short drive west in nearby Coolidge.
Local Events
If your dates line up, catch Country Thunder Arizona at Canyon Moon Ranch along the Gila River, or the Florence Junior Parada Rodeo, a town tradition dating back to the 1930s and one of the longest-running junior rodeos in the country.
Tips for a Smooth PHX-to-Florence Shuttle Ride
Allow about 30 minutes from touchdown to pickup for deplaning and baggage claim. Share your flight number when booking so we can track delays automatically. Traveling with a group? A single shuttle van often costs less per person than multiple rideshares — and keeps your whole party together for the drive down AZ-79.
