Day trip from Tempe Junction to Nogales
Nogales lies 252 km (157 mi) south of Tempe Junction, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 252 km (157 mi) apart, Nogales is a realistic day trip from Tempe Junction: about 4 h 6 min each way by road.
| Tempe Junction | Nogales | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | Mexico |
| Population | 158,368 | 264,782 |
| Elevation | 352 m (1,155 ft) | 1,214 m (3,983 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Hermosillo) |
What changes when you arrive in Nogales
Crossing from United States into Mexico: money changes from the Dollar to the Peso (MXN); the dialling code becomes +52; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q533806.
Where to book tours and tickets in Nogales
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Staying in Nogales
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Common questions
How far is Nogales from Tempe Junction?
252 km (157 mi) in a straight line, south of Tempe Junction; by road roughly 308 km (191 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tempe Junction to Nogales by road?
About 4 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tempe Junction and Nogales?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nogales?
The Peso (MXN).
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.