The drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ covers 65 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Phoenix–Globe Highway, Winkelman-Superior Highway, North Highway 177 for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27.3 miles on Phoenix–Globe Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.95 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.
Midpoint
32.5 miles from Dudleyville, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 65 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 42m drive with frequent turns across 65 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Phoenix–Globe Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.3 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 42m with 14% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (AZ 177 / 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1 mi into trip|~4m in|AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway
At end of road, turn left onto AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway
Navigation decision point
5
2.1 mi into trip|~5m in|AZ 177 / 2nd Street
Turn left onto AZ 177 / 2nd Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
33.7 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the ramp toward US-60 West
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward US-60 West
5
33.8 mi into trip|~1h 1m in|US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Merge onto US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
61.4 mi into trip|~1h 35m in|US 80 Hist
Take the exit onto US 80 Hist toward Old West Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 199
Toward Old West Highway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Old West Highway along the way.
Old West Highway
61.4 mi in|~1h 35m|via US 80 Hist
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Phoenix–Globe Highway
27.3 mi
33m
Winkelman-Superior Highway
23.1 mi
40m
North Highway 177
5.2 mi
9m
US 80 Hist
3.6 mi
6m
Ray Road
2.4 mi
4m
Tucson-Globe Highway
1.1 mi
1m
Morris Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Superstition Freeway
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Phoenix–Globe Highway
— 27.3 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dudleyville, AZ and Apache Junction, AZ.
1
Start on North Camino Rio
0.3 mi·1 min·North Camino Rio
2
Turn left
0.7 mi·2 min
3
At end of road, turn left onto AZ 77
1.1 mi·1 min·Tucson-Globe Highway
4
Turn left onto AZ 177
0.3 mi·34 sec·2nd Street
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on AZ 177
1.2 mi·2 min·Winkelman-Superior Highway
6
Continue on AZ 177
0.3 mi·36 sec·Morris Road
7
Continue on AZ 177
18 mi·31 min·Winkelman-Superior Highway
8
Continue on AZ 177
5.2 mi·9 min·North Highway 177
9
Continue on AZ 177
4.1 mi·7 min·Winkelman-Superior Highway
10
Continue on AZ 177
2.4 mi·4 min·Ray Road
11
Continue on AZ 177
0.2 mi·25 sec·South Magma Avenue
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·18 sec
Toward US-60 West
13
Merge onto US 60
27 mi·33 min·Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
0.3 mi·26 sec·Superstition Freeway
15
Take the exit onto US 80 Hist
3.6 mi·6 min·US 80 Hist
Exit 199Toward Old West HighwayUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto North Apache Trail
116 ft·3 sec·North Apache Trail
17
Arrive at destination
North Apache Trail
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 32.5 miles from Dudleyville, AZ, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.3 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 14 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.5 miles or 59m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Apache Junction, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dudleyville, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dudleyville, AZ
This is one driving day of about 65 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Dudleyville, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Phoenix–Globe Highway for about 27.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.5 mi from Dudleyville, AZ
· 59m into the drive
The midpoint is around 32.5 miles from Dudleyville, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Apache Junction, AZ
The final approach into Apache Junction, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
National Monument
An Ancestral Sonoran Desert People's farming community and "Great House" are preserved at Casa Grande Ruins. Whether a gathering place for people or simply a waypoint marker in an extensive system of...
21 mi from route
~53 min detour
Free
near mile 49.3
Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant gr...
25 mi from route
~62 min detour
$10
near mile 33.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.95 one way
$25.90 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$13.70
$27.41
premium
$5.59
$14.31
$28.62
diesel
$5.61
$14.35
$28.70
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.5
0
$6.82
$3.12
Efficient EV
16.3
0
$5.69
$2.60
EV Truck/SUV
26
0
$9.10
$4.16
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Dudleyville, AZ
Night
in Dudleyville on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Apache Junction, AZ
Night
in Apache Junction on Thursday
Local time
11:06 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
87°F
Superior, AZ
33 mi in
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
1h 42m 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 Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ covers 65 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Phoenix–Globe Highway, Winkelman-Superior Highway, North Highway 177. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.5 miles from Dudleyville, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.95 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 Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is easy. At 1h 42m with 14% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (AZ 177 / 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.7 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
On the drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Old West Highway along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Tonto National Monument.
