Origin
Avondale, AZ
Afternoon in Avondale on Sunday
Local time
2:18 PM
MST
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avondale, AZ to Queen Creek, AZ
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
52.3 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
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6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avondale, AZ
Atlantic Ambience
Queen Creek, AZ
Fernando Capetillo
Trip Overview
The drive from Avondale, AZ to Queen Creek, AZ covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway, Santan Freeway, West Buckeye Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 20.3 miles on Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
26.1 miles from Avondale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Avondale, AZ to Queen Creek, AZ covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 20.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Central Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (East Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (South Dysart Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Central Avenue
Turn left onto North Central Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Western Avenue
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Dysart Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Dysart Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 80 Hist / West Buckeye Road
Turn left onto US 80 Hist / West Buckeye Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
41.4 mi into trip
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~52m in
Take the exit toward Lindsay Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 43
Toward Lindsay Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| Santan Freeway | 11.2 mi | 12m |
| West Buckeye Road | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| East Queen Creek Road | 7.1 mi | 11m |
| South Lindsay Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Ocotillo Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Hawes Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Western Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avondale, AZ and Queen Creek, AZ.
1
Start on this road
27 ft
·
7 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto North Central Avenue
89 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Central Avenue
3
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
0.5 mi
·
54 sec
·
East Western Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
At end of road, turn right onto South Dysart Road
495 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Dysart Road
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto US 80 Hist
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
West Buckeye Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto South 59th Avenue
446 ft
·
7 sec
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South 59th Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward AZ 202 Loop South
8
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on AZ 202 Loop
11 mi
·
12 min
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Santan Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43
Toward Lindsay Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto South Lindsay Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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South Lindsay Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto East Queen Creek Road
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
East Queen Creek Road
Use the left / none lanes.
13
At end of road, turn right onto South Hawes Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Hawes Road
14
Turn left onto East Ocotillo Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Ocotillo Road
Use the none lane.
15
Arrive at destination
East Ocotillo Road
Trip Plan
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 26.1 miles from Avondale, AZ, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 20.3 miles.
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 52.3 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Queen Creek, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avondale, 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 Avondale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 52.3 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avondale, 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.
The longest stretch is on Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway for about 20.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Avondale, AZ · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Avondale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Queen Creek, AZ
The final approach into Queen Creek, 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 Queen Creek, 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
$10.41 one way
$20.82 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $10.99 | $21.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.62 | $23.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.58 | $2.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.9 | 0 | $7.32 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Queen Creek, AZ
Afternoon in Queen Creek on Sunday
Local time
2:18 PM
MST
Current temp
56°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 11m 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 Avondale, AZ to Queen Creek, AZ covers 52.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway, Santan Freeway, West Buckeye Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.1 miles from Avondale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.41 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Central Avenue): Navigation decision point; near the start (East Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles (South Dysart Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Avondale, AZ to Queen Creek, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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