Origin
Dudleyville, AZ
Night in Dudleyville on Thursday
Local time
11:33 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Dudleyville, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
105.1 mi
169 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m
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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Casa Grande, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dudleyville, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Tucson-Globe Highway, Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, East Park Link Drive for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.7 miles on Tucson-Globe Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.94 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
52.6 miles from Dudleyville, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 105.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 20m drive with frequent turns across 105.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tucson-Globe Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 42.8 miles in near AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 20m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 42.8 miles (AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.5 miles (East Camino Adelante): Navigation decision point; at 77 miles (I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
42.8 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79
Turn right onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
71.5 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
|
East Camino Adelante
At end of road, turn right onto East Camino Adelante
Navigation decision point
5
77 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
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I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge onto I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
96.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 8 West: San Diego
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 199
Toward I 8 West: San Diego
5
100.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 12m in
Take the exit toward Trekell Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 174
Toward Trekell Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson-Globe Highway | 39.7 mi | 51m |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 19.6 mi | 19m |
| East Park Link Drive | 18.4 mi | 29m |
| Pinal Pioneer Parkway | 9.9 mi | 11m |
| East Camino Adelante | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Phoenix Bypass Route | 3.8 mi | 3m |
| South Trekell Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| American Avenue | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Tucson-Globe Highway
— 39.7 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dudleyville, AZ and Casa Grande, 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 right onto AZ 77
27 mi
·
34 min
·
Tucson-Globe Highway
4
Continue on AZ 77
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
American Avenue
5
Continue on AZ 77
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Tucson-Globe Highway
6
Turn right onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
State Route 79
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on AZ 79; US 80 Hist
9.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Pinal Pioneer Parkway
8
Turn left onto East Park Link Drive
18 mi
·
29 min
·
East Park Link Drive
9
At end of road, turn right onto East Camino Adelante
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
East Camino Adelante
10
Turn left onto Picacho Peak Road
376 ft
·
12 sec
·
Picacho Peak Road
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
12
Merge onto I 10
20 mi
·
19 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 199
Toward I 8 West: San Diego
14
Continue on I 8
3.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Phoenix Bypass Route
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 174
Toward Trekell Road
16
Turn right onto South Trekell Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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South Trekell Road
17
Turn left onto Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
18
Enter roundabout onto North Casa Grande Avenue
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
North Casa Grande Avenue
19
Continue on North Casa Grande Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Casa Grande Avenue
20
Continue on East 2nd Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East 2nd Street
21
Continue on AZ 287
124 ft
·
24 sec
·
West Gila Bend Highway
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
AZ 287
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 52.6 miles from Dudleyville, AZ, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.7 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.6 miles or 1h 9m 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 57m
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 Dudleyville, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Dudleyville, AZ
This is one driving day of about 105.1 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Dudleyville, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Tucson-Globe Highway for about 39.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.6 mi from Dudleyville, AZ · 1h 9m 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.6 miles from Dudleyville, 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
$20.94 one way
$41.87 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $22.16 | $44.32 |
| premium | $5.59 | $23.13 | $46.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.20 | $46.41 |
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: 36.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.5 | 0 | $11.04 | $5.04 |
| Efficient EV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42 | 0 | $14.71 | $6.73 |
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
Casa Grande, AZ
Night in Casa Grande on Thursday
Local time
11:33 PM
MST
Current temp
88°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
36 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
2h 20m 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 Casa Grande, AZ covers 105.1 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tucson-Globe Highway, Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, East Park Link Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.6 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 $20.94 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.
This is a straightforward 2h 20m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 42.8 miles (AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.5 miles (East Camino Adelante): Navigation decision point; at 77 miles (I 10 / Casa Grande-Tucson Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dudleyville, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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