Origin
Casa Grande, AZ
Afternoon in Casa Grande on Sunday
Local time
4:42 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Casa Grande, AZ to Eloy, AZ
Drive Time
24m
Distance
18.4 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casa Grande, AZ
Brent Singleton
Eloy, AZ
András Nyemczovszky
Trip Overview
The drive from Casa Grande, AZ to Eloy, AZ covers 18.4 miles and takes about 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, Jimmie Kerr Boulevard, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.8 miles on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $3.66 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
9.2 miles from Casa Grande, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 24m drive with frequent turns across 18.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near Jimmie Kerr Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 1.9 miles (Jimmie Kerr Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 10 / Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.9 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
Turn left onto Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Tucson
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 East: Tucson
5
5.9 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 10 / Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
16.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Sunshine Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 208
Toward Sunshine Boulevard
5
18.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
North Main Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 8.8 mi | 8m |
| Jimmie Kerr Boulevard | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| South Sunshine Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Florence Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Trekell Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Frontier Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
— 8.8 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casa Grande, AZ and Eloy, AZ.
1
Start on AZ 287
33 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Gila Bend Highway
2
Continue on AZ 287
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Florence Boulevard
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto North Trekell Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Trekell Road
4
Turn left onto Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 10 East: Tucson
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 10
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 10
8.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 208
Toward Sunshine Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn left onto South Sunshine Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Sunshine Boulevard
10
Turn left onto East Frontier Street
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Frontier Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
12
Arrive at destination
North Main Street
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 9.2 miles from Casa Grande, AZ, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.8 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 18.4 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eloy, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Casa Grande, 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 Casa Grande, AZ
This is one driving day of about 18.4 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Casa Grande, 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 Casa Grande-Tucson Highway for about 8.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Casa Grande, AZ · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Casa Grande, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Eloy, AZ
The final approach into Eloy, 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 Eloy, 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
$3.66 one way
$7.32 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $3.87 | $7.73 |
| premium | $5.59 | $4.05 | $8.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.09 | $8.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.58 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Eloy, AZ
Afternoon in Eloy on Sunday
Local time
4:42 PM
MST
Current temp
51°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
24m 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 Casa Grande, AZ to Eloy, AZ covers 18.4 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, Jimmie Kerr Boulevard, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Casa Grande, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.66 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 18.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: at 1.9 miles (Jimmie Kerr Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 10 / Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Casa Grande, AZ to Eloy, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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