Origin
Chandler, AZ
Afternoon in Chandler on Sunday
Local time
2:17 PM
MST
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chandler, AZ to Goodyear, AZ
Drive Time
53m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chandler, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Goodyear, AZ
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Chandler to Goodyear, you are looking at a straightforward 39.9-mile transit across the Desert Southwest. This trip typically takes about 53 minutes to complete, making it an ideal candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Santan Freeway, the Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway, and West Buckeye Road. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is highly economical for most commuters. Because both cities reside within the same region, the transition is seamless and lacks significant environmental shifts. It is a practical, efficient route that gets you from point A to point B without any necessary stops.
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
20 miles from Chandler, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 69% of your journey is spent on high-speed roads. You will find yourself cruising along the Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.3 miles. The character of this drive is functional and direct, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads or scenic detours. As you transition between the freeway system and West Buckeye Road, the environment shifts from high-capacity corridors to more localized thoroughfares. Behind the wheel, you should prepare for a consistent, steady pace that reflects the standard rhythm of regional desert commuting.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway and West Buckeye Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Washington Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (East Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Washington Street
Turn right onto North Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Buffalo Street
Turn right onto East Buffalo Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
29.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
Take the exit toward Buckeye Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 76
Toward Buckeye Road
5
38.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
|
East Western Avenue
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway | 20.3 mi | 23m |
| West Buckeye Road | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| Santan Freeway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| North Arizona Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Western Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Litchfield Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Washington Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 59th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
— 20.3 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chandler, AZ and Goodyear, AZ.
1
Start on East Chandler Boulevard
357 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Chandler Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Washington Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn right onto East Buffalo Street
393 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Buffalo Street
4
Turn left onto AZ 87
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Arizona Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward AZ 202 Loop West
6
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Santan Freeway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on AZ 202 Loop
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 76
Toward Buckeye Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on South 59th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
South 59th Avenue
10
Turn left onto US 80 Hist
8.9 mi
·
13 min
·
West Buckeye Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn slight right
363 ft
·
13 sec
Toward South Dysart Road
12
Turn straight onto South Dysart Road
300 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Dysart Road
13
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Western Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto South Litchfield Road
396 ft
·
44 sec
·
South Litchfield Road
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on South Litchfield Road
337 ft
·
7 sec
·
South Litchfield Road
16
Arrive at destination
South Litchfield Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 53-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 39.9-mile distance in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks or mid-trip accommodations. Keep your $8 fuel estimate in mind when planning your budget, though the short duration makes this a very low-maintenance trip. Because the route relies heavily on major freeways, check local traffic reports before you leave to ensure the Santan and Congressman Ed Pastor Freeways are moving smoothly. Utilizing these main arteries is your best strategy for maintaining efficiency throughout the drive.
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 20 miles from Chandler, AZ, or about 24m 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 39.9 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goodyear, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chandler, 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 Chandler, AZ
This is one driving day of about 39.9 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chandler, 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 20 mi from Chandler, AZ · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Chandler, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Goodyear, AZ
The final approach into Goodyear, 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 Goodyear, 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
$7.94 one way
$15.88 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $8.39 | $16.77 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.78 | $17.55 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.86 | $17.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Goodyear, AZ
Afternoon in Goodyear on Sunday
Local time
2:17 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
35 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
53m 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 Chandler, AZ to Goodyear, AZ covers 39.9 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway, West Buckeye Road, Santan Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Chandler, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.94 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 39.9 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (North Washington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (East Buffalo Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chandler, AZ to Goodyear, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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