Origin
Casa Grande, AZ
Night in Casa Grande on Thursday
Local time
9:24 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casa Grande, AZ
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Apache Junction, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Pinal Avenue, State Route 387, I-10 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 54.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Pinal Avenue 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Pinal Avenue | — | — |
| State Route 387 | — | — |
| I-10 | — | — |
| I 10 West | — | — |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | — | — |
| AZ 587 North | — | — |
| South Arizona Avenue | — | — |
| AZ 202 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Pinal Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casa Grande, AZ and Apache Junction, AZ.
1
Start on West Gila Bend Highway
33 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Gila Bend Highway
2
Turn left onto North Pinal Avenue
7.9 mi
·
13 min
·
North Pinal Avenue
3
Continue on State Route 387
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
State Route 387
4
Continue on Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway
5
Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Phoenix
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
·
I 10 West: Phoenix
6
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
7
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 587 North: Chandler, Gilbert
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
AZ 587 North: Chandler, Gilbert
8
Turn left
5.8 mi
·
8 min
9
Continue on South Arizona Avenue
5.7 mi
·
9 min
·
South Arizona Avenue
10
Take the ramp right toward AZ 202 Loop East: Santan Freeway
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
AZ 202 Loop East: Santan Freeway
11
Merge slight left onto Santan Freeway
16 mi
·
18 min
·
Santan Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 East: Globe
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 60 East: Globe
13
Merge slight left onto Superstition Freeway
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Superstition Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Ironwood Drive
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Ironwood Drive
15
Turn left onto South Ironwood Drive
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Ironwood Drive
16
Turn right onto West Apache Trail
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Apache Trail
17
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
18
Turn left onto North Apache Trail
177 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Apache Trail
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.2 mi from Casa Grande, AZ · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.2 miles from Casa Grande, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apache Junction, AZ
The final approach into Apache Junction, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.86 one way
$21.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.00 | $23.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Apache Junction, AZ
Night in Apache Junction on Thursday
Local time
9:24 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
28 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 15m 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 Apache Junction, AZ covers 54.5 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Pinal Avenue, State Route 387, I-10. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.2 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 $10.86 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 Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 15m 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 Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Casa Grande, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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