Origin
Arizona City, AZ
Afternoon in Arizona City on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
MST
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
72.4 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arizona City, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Avondale, AZ
Atlantic Ambience
Trip Overview
Traveling from Arizona City to Avondale covers a straightforward 72.4-mile span through the heart of the Desert Southwest. Expect the journey to take approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of I-8 West, I-10 West, and the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of only $14, this is a budget-friendly trek between the two desert communities. Because the entire route remains within the same region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the transition. This is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
36.2 miles from Arizona City, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is best characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than an open highway cruise. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, as the route does not feature any significant stretches of uninterrupted interstate travel. While you will utilize sections of I-8 and I-10, the path requires constant attention to turns and transitions between highway and local infrastructure. Because the longest stretch on I-8 West is 0 miles, you should prepare for a drive that demands more focus than a typical high-speed interstate sprint. Expect a hands-on driving experience that changes character frequently as you shift between major arteries and local connectors.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 8 West is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 8 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AZ 202 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Buckeye Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South 59th Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Buckeye Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
I 8 West
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arizona City, AZ and Avondale, AZ.
1
Start on South Sunland Gin Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
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South Sunland Gin Road
2
Take the ramp left toward I 8 West, I 10 West: San Diego, Phoenix
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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I 8 West, I 10 West: San Diego, Phoenix
3
Keep slight right to continue on I 10 West: Phoenix
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10 West: Phoenix
4
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
37 mi
·
37 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
5
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 202 Loop
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
AZ 202 Loop
6
Keep slight left to continue on AZ 202 Loop West
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
AZ 202 Loop West
7
Merge slight left onto Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward Buckeye Road
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Buckeye Road
9
Continue on South 59th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
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South 59th Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Buckeye Road
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
West Buckeye Road
11
Turn slight right onto South Dysart Road
364 ft
·
13 sec
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South Dysart Road
12
Turn straight onto South Dysart Road
299 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Dysart Road
13
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
East Western Avenue
14
Turn right onto North Central Avenue
89 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Central Avenue
15
Turn right
26 ft
·
2 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 20-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 72.4-mile distance without needing to plan for formal stops or rest breaks. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert for navigation changes where the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway meets the larger interstates. Keep your $14 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Arizona City to avoid unnecessary detours. Because there are no required stops, you have the freedom to drive straight through, allowing you to reach Avondale quickly and efficiently.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 36.2 miles from Arizona City, AZ, or about 40m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 72.4 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.2 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Avondale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arizona City, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Arizona City, AZ
This is one driving day of about 72.4 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arizona City, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.2 mi from Arizona City, AZ · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 72.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.2 miles from Arizona City, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Avondale, AZ
The final approach into Avondale, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Avondale, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.41 one way
$28.82 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $15.22 | $30.43 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.93 | $31.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.08 | $32.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.34 | $2.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29 | 0 | $10.14 | $4.63 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Avondale, AZ
Afternoon in Avondale on Sunday
Local time
4:51 PM
MST
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ covers 72.4 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 8 West, I 10 West, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.2 miles from Arizona City, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.41 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arizona City, AZ to Avondale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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