Driving from Surprise to Tempe
Tempe lies 46 km (29 mi) south-east of Surprise, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 37 min without stops, over roughly 56 km (35 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Surprise | Tempe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 143,148 | 175,826 |
| Elevation | 357 m (1,171 ft) | 360 m (1,181 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
| Postal codes | 85374–85388 | 85280–85288 |
Where to book car hire from Surprise to Tempe
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Staying in Tempe
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Common questions
How far is Tempe from Surprise?
46 km (29 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Surprise; by road roughly 56 km (35 mi).
How long does it take to get from Surprise to Tempe by car?
About 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Surprise and Tempe?
No, both are on America/Phoenix at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.