Origin
Chandler, AZ
Late night in Chandler on Wednesday
Local time
5:09 AM
MST
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chandler, AZ to Taylor, AZ
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
3h 37m
Distance
167.1 mi
269 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 25m
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6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chandler, AZ
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Taylor, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 167.1-mile drive from Chandler, AZ to Taylor, AZ will take you about 3 hours and 37 minutes, making it a very manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily travel on the Beeline Highway and AZ 260, with a short stint on West 3rd Street North. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $33. This route offers a mixed driving experience as you transition between regions within the Desert Southwest. With its reasonable duration and cost, it's a solid option for a spontaneous day trip or a relaxed start to a longer adventure.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
83.5 miles from Chandler, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 44m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive is characterized by a mix of road types, with 33% of it being on highways. Expect a significant uninterrupted stretch of 68.4 miles on the Beeline Highway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you progress, the road personality shifts from what could be a more open highway to potentially more winding or local roads as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both efficient travel and sections that might require more attention.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Beeline Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 68.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Chandler Boulevard.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chandler Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AZ 87 / North Arizona Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 84 miles (AZ 260): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Chandler Boulevard
Continue onto East Chandler Boulevard
Navigation decision point
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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AZ 87 / North Arizona Avenue
Turn right onto AZ 87 / North Arizona Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
84 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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AZ 260
Turn right onto AZ 260
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
157.7 mi into trip
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~3h 23m in
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AZ 277 / West 3rd Street North
Keep slight left at fork onto AZ 277 / West 3rd Street North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
166.7 mi into trip
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~3h 37m in
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AZ 77 / Show Low-Holbrook Highway
At end of road, turn right onto AZ 77 / Show Low-Holbrook Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Beeline Highway | 68.4 mi | 1h 20m |
| AZ 260 | 53 mi | 1h 11m |
| West 3rd Street North | 18.9 mi | 22m |
| South Country Club Drive | 6.8 mi | 12m |
| Pulp Mill Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| North Beeline Highway | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| North Arizona Avenue | 4 mi | 6m |
| West Papermill Road | 4 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
Beeline Highway
— 68.4 mi, about 1h 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chandler, AZ and Taylor, AZ.
1
Start on East Chandler Boulevard
0.1 mi
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41 sec
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East Chandler Boulevard
2
Continue on East Chandler Boulevard
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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East Chandler Boulevard
3
Turn right onto AZ 87
4.0 mi
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6 min
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North Arizona Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on AZ 87
6.8 mi
·
12 min
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South Country Club Drive
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on AZ 87
4.5 mi
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5 min
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North Beeline Highway
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
Continue on AZ 87
68 mi
·
1 hr 20 min
·
Beeline Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto AZ 260
53 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
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AZ 260
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto AZ 277
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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Highway 277
9
Continue on AZ 277
19 mi
·
22 min
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West 3rd Street North
10
Keep slight left at fork onto AZ 277
286 ft
·
4 sec
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West 3rd Street North
11
Turn right onto Pulp Mill Road
5.0 mi
·
7 min
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Pulp Mill Road
12
Continue on West Papermill Road
4.0 mi
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6 min
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West Papermill Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto AZ 77
0.3 mi
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40 sec
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Show Low-Holbrook Highway
14
Arrive at destination
AZ 77
Trip Plan
For this 3.5-hour drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize your daylight hours and avoid any potential rush hour in the Chandler area. You'll have one recommended stop, which is ample for a drive of this length, allowing for flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 68.4-mile stretch on the Beeline Highway, as services might be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $33 should cover your needs, but it's always wise to have a little extra buffer.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 83.5 miles from Chandler, AZ, or about 1h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68.4 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 80 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83.5 miles or 1h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, 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 167.1 miles and 3h 37m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Beeline Highway for about 68.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 83.5 mi from Chandler, AZ · 1h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 83.5 miles from Chandler, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Beeline Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68.4 miles.
Arriving in Taylor, AZ
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, 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
$33.29 one way
$66.58 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $35.23 | $70.46 |
| premium | $5.59 | $36.78 | $73.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.89 | $73.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.55 | $8.02 |
| Efficient EV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.8 | 0 | $23.39 | $10.69 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Taylor, AZ
Late night in Taylor on Wednesday
Local time
5:09 AM
MST
Current temp
62°F
Slight Chance Rain Showers
W 15 mph
17% chance
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
30 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
3h 37m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Taylor, AZ covers 167.1 miles and takes about 3h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Beeline Highway, AZ 260, West 3rd Street North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 83.5 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 $33.29 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 37m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chandler Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (AZ 87 / North Arizona Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 84 miles (AZ 260): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chandler, AZ to Taylor, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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