Origin
Douglas, AZ
Afternoon in Douglas on Sunday
Local time
4:10 PM
MST
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ
Drive Time
3h 9m
Distance
186.6 mi
300 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 58m
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6 AM
3h 9m
8 AM
3h 33m
10 AM
3h 18m
12 PM
3h 15m
3 PM
3h 19m
5 PM
3h 32m
8 PM
3h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Douglas, AZ
Helena Jankovičová Kováčová
Casa Grande, AZ
Brent Singleton
Trip Overview
Spanning 186.6 miles across the Desert Southwest, this journey from Douglas to Casa Grande, Arizona, is a manageable excursion that typically takes about 3 hours and 9 minutes. Because the route is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $36 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this path requires a focus on local roads like G Avenue and 16th Street rather than major interstates. It is a straightforward drive for those who prefer staying off the main highways while traversing the southern reaches of the state.
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
93.3 miles from Douglas, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that feels far removed from the typical interstate experience. With 0% highway share, the route relies entirely on local roads, meaning you will encounter frequent turns rather than long, monotonous stretches of high-speed pavement. The longest uninterrupted segment on G Avenue is 0 miles, confirming that this is an active, hands-on driving experience. As you progress through the Desert Southwest, the road demands your full attention due to the constant transitions between local thoroughfares. This is a journey meant for those who enjoy the nuances of local navigation over the repetitive pace of a freeway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
G 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is easy. At 3h 9m 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 Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| G Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 16th Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Old Douglas Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| SR 80 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| State Route 90 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Huachuca Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Huachuca Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 90 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
G Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Douglas, AZ and Casa Grande, AZ.
1
Start on East 10th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East 10th Street
2
Turn right onto G Avenue
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
G Avenue
3
Continue on 16th Street
22 mi
·
27 min
·
16th Street
4
Turn right onto Old Douglas Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Douglas Road
5
Merge right
10 mi
·
15 min
6
Turn left onto Whetstone TI-Junction SR 80 Highway
12 mi
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14 min
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Whetstone TI-Junction SR 80 Highway
7
Continue on State Route 90
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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State Route 90
8
Continue on Whetstone TI-Junction SR 80 Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Whetstone TI-Junction SR 80 Highway
9
Turn right onto State Route 90 Bypass
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 90 Bypass
10
Continue on State Route 90
3.0 mi
·
3 min
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State Route 90
11
Continue on South Huachuca Boulevard
2.2 mi
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3 min
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South Huachuca Boulevard
12
Continue on State Route 90
12 mi
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13 min
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State Route 90
13
Continue on Huachuca Boulevard
9.0 mi
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10 min
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Huachuca Boulevard
14
Continue on South State Highway 90
1.3 mi
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2 min
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South State Highway 90
15
Turn left onto I 10, Tuscon, South Tuscon
0.6 mi
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1 min
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I 10, Tuscon, South Tuscon
16
Merge slight left onto Tucson-Benson Highway
41 mi
·
43 min
·
Tucson-Benson Highway
17
Continue on South Freeway
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
South Freeway
18
Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
19
Keep slight left to continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
51 mi
·
51 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
20
Take the exit slight right toward I 8 West: San Diego
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
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I 8 West: San Diego
21
Continue on Phoenix Bypass Route
3.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Phoenix Bypass Route
22
Take the exit slight right toward Trekell Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Trekell Road
23
Turn right onto South Trekell Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Trekell Road
24
Turn left onto Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
25
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Casa Grande Avenue
30 ft
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North Casa Grande Avenue
26
Exit the roundabout onto North Casa Grande Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
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North Casa Grande Avenue
27
Continue on East 2nd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
28
Continue on West Gila Bend Highway
125 ft
·
24 sec
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West Gila Bend Highway
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 186.6-mile trek, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, though planning for one stop will help keep you refreshed during the 3-hour and 9-minute drive. Keep your eyes on your fuel gauge, as the $36 cost estimate assumes you are prepared to manage your own stops along the local road network. Because the route is entirely local, be mindful that travel times can fluctuate based on local traffic patterns and turn frequency. A concrete tip for this specific trip: since there are no extended highway stretches to rely on, ensure your GPS is updated and ready to handle frequent turn-by-turn navigation before you pull out of Douglas.
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 93.3 miles from Douglas, AZ, or about 1h 34m 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.3 miles or 1h 34m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Casa Grande, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Douglas, 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 Douglas, AZ
This is one driving day of about 186.6 miles and 3h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Douglas, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 93.3 mi from Douglas, AZ · 1h 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
93 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 93.3 miles from Douglas, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Casa Grande, AZ
The final approach into Casa Grande, 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 Casa Grande, 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
$37.14 one way
$74.27 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
65 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $39.22 | $78.43 |
| premium | $5.59 | $41.04 | $82.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $41.46 | $82.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56 | 0 | $19.59 | $8.96 |
| Efficient EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.33 | $7.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 74.6 | 0 | $26.12 | $11.94 |
Gas CO2
65 kg
EV CO2
22 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
Casa Grande, AZ
Afternoon in Casa Grande on Sunday
Local time
4:10 PM
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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 9m 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 Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ covers 186.6 miles and takes about 3h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are G Avenue, 16th Street, Old Douglas Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 93.3 miles from Douglas, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $37.14 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.
The drive from Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is easy. At 3h 9m 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 Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Douglas, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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