Origin
Dudleyville, AZ
Afternoon in Dudleyville on Thursday
Local time
4:36 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dudleyville, AZ to Superior, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
33.9 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dudleyville, AZ
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Superior, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Superior, AZ covers 33.9 miles and takes about 1h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Winkelman-Superior Highway, North Highway 177, Ray Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.1 miles on Winkelman-Superior Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.75 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 33.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 1m drive with frequent turns across 33.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Winkelman-Superior Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
3,602 ft
1,841 ft
Total Climb
1,893 ft
Total Descent
1,012 ft
Highest Point
3,602 ft
~26.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,761 ft
Notable High Points
3,602 ft at ~26.6 miles
+574 ft prominence
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 0.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Superior, AZ is easy. At 1h 1m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (AZ 177 / 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
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.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Winkelman-Superior Highway | 23.1 mi | 40m |
| North Highway 177 | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Ray Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Tucson-Globe Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Magma Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Morris Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 2nd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Camino Rio | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Winkelman-Superior Highway
— 23.1 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dudleyville, AZ and Superior, 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
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Magma Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
North Magma Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17 mi from Dudleyville, AZ · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17 miles from Dudleyville, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Superior, AZ
The final approach into Superior, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.75 one way
$13.51 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $7.15 | $14.29 |
| premium | $5.59 | $7.46 | $14.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.48 | $14.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.97 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Superior, AZ
Afternoon in Superior on Thursday
Local time
4:36 PM
MST
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Kearny, AZ
17 mi in
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
35 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 1m 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 Superior, AZ covers 33.9 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Winkelman-Superior Highway, North Highway 177, Ray Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17 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 $6.75 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 Superior, AZ is easy. At 1h 1m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles (AZ 177 / 2nd Street): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dudleyville, AZ to Superior, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 1,841 ft to 3,602 ft elevation with about 1,893 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Tonto National Monument.
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