Origin
Chandler, AZ
Morning in Chandler on Monday
Local time
10:51 AM
MST
Current temp
91°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ
Drive Time
2h 2m
Distance
105.7 mi
170 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 2m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 8m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 9m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chandler, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Tucson Estates, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
The drive from Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 2m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Washington Street, East Buffalo Street, North Arizona Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.04 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
52.9 miles from Chandler, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 2m drive with frequent turns across 105.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Washington Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ is easy. At 2h 2m 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 Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Washington Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Buffalo Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Arizona Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 19 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North Washington Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chandler, AZ and Tucson Estates, AZ.
1
Start on East Chandler Boulevard
358 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Chandler Boulevard
2
Turn right onto North Washington Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
North Washington Street
3
Turn right onto East Buffalo Street
394 ft
·
15 sec
·
East Buffalo Street
4
Turn left onto North Arizona Avenue
6.9 mi
·
11 min
·
North Arizona Avenue
5
Continue straight
6.1 mi
·
9 min
6
Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tucson
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 10 East: Tucson
7
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
24 mi
·
23 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
8
Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
55 mi
·
55 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
9
Continue on North Freeway
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 19 South: Nogales
0.5 mi
·
38 sec
·
I 19 South: Nogales
11
Continue on Nogales–Tucson Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Nogales–Tucson Highway
12
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 86 West: Ajo Way
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
AZ 86 West: Ajo Way
13
Keep slight right to continue on Ajo, Desert Museum, Old Tucson
289 ft
·
7 sec
·
Ajo, Desert Museum, Old Tucson
14
Turn straight onto West Ajo Way
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ajo Way
15
Continue on West Ajo Highway
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Ajo Highway
16
Turn right onto South Kinney Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Kinney Road
17
Turn right onto West Western Way
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Western Way
18
Turn left onto South Western Way Circle
171 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Western Way Circle
19
Turn right
141 ft
·
11 sec
20
Turn right
233 ft
·
17 sec
21
Arrive at your destination
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 52.9 miles from Chandler, AZ, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
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 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 1h 1m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tucson Estates, 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 105.7 miles and 2h 2m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.9 mi from Chandler, AZ · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.9 miles from Chandler, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tucson Estates, AZ
The final approach into Tucson Estates, 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 Tucson Estates, 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
$21.04 one way
$42.07 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $22.21 | $44.43 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.25 | $46.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.48 | $46.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.07 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.76 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Tucson Estates, AZ
Morning in Tucson Estates on Monday
Local time
10:51 AM
MST
Current temp
52°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
39 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
2h 2m 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 Tucson Estates, AZ covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Washington Street, East Buffalo Street, North Arizona Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.9 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 $21.04 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 Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ is easy. At 2h 2m 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 Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chandler, AZ to Tucson Estates, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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