Day trip from Tempe Junction to Surprise
Surprise lies 43 km (27 mi) north-west of Tempe Junction, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 43 km (27 mi) apart, Surprise is a realistic day trip from Tempe Junction: about 42 min each way by road.
| Tempe Junction | Surprise | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 158,368 | 143,148 |
| Elevation | 352 m (1,155 ft) | 357 m (1,171 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) | UTC-7 (America/Phoenix) |
Where to book tours and tickets in Surprise
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Staying in Surprise
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Common questions
How far is Surprise from Tempe Junction?
43 km (27 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Tempe Junction; by road roughly 53 km (33 mi).
How long does it take to get from Tempe Junction to Surprise by road?
About 42 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Tempe Junction and Surprise?
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.