Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Somerton, AZ
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The drive from Dome, AZ to Somerton, AZ covers 30.1 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East 32nd Street, East 16th Street, Route of Butterfield Stage for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 5.8 miles on East 32nd Street. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.00 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m 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.
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 30.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 14.1 miles in near AZ 195 / South Araby Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 53m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 14.1 miles (AZ 195 / South Araby Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.6 miles (I 8 BUS; US 80 Hist / East 32nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.1 miles (US 95 / South Avenue B): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto AZ 195 / South Araby Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto I 8 BUS; US 80 Hist / East 32nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 95 / South Avenue B
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto East Cano Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto South Somerton Avenue
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East 32nd Street | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| East 16th Street | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Route of Butterfield Stage | 4.2 mi | 16m |
| South Avenue B | 4 mi | 4m |
| San Luis–Yuma–Quartzsite Highway | 4 mi | 5m |
| South Araby Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Main Street | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West 32nd Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Dome, AZ and Somerton, AZ.
Start on Route of Butterfield Stage
Turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn left onto South Araby Road
Enter roundabout onto AZ 195
Continue on AZ 195
Enter roundabout onto AZ 195
Continue on AZ 195
Turn right onto I 8 BUS; US 80 Hist
Turn left onto West 32nd Street
Turn left onto US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Continue on US 95
Turn left onto South Musgrove Avenue
Turn right onto East Cano Street
Turn right onto South Somerton Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.1 mi from Dome, AZ · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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.
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.1 miles from Dome, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Somerton, AZ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$6.00 one way
$11.99 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.63 | $13.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Dome on Thursday
Local time
8:09 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Somerton on Thursday
Local time
8:09 PM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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