Trip from Eagar, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

Drive Time

3h 58m

Distance

226.8 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Same-day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Eagar, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 226.8 miles and takes about 3h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Main Street, South Mountain Avenue, East Deuce of Clubs for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $44.21 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

113.4 miles from Eagar, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day.

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 58m drive with frequent turns across 226.8 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Main Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Main Street 0 mi 0m
South Mountain Avenue 0 mi 0m
East Deuce of Clubs 0 mi 0m
Globe-Show Low Highway 0 mi 0m
East Ash Street 0 mi 0m
South Hill Street 0 mi 0m
East Oak Street 0 mi 0m
North Broad Street 0 mi 0m
Longest stretch: Main Street — 0 mi, about 0m

Step-by-Step Directions

1

Start on West Central Avenue

2

Turn left onto Main Street

3

Continue on South Mountain Avenue

4

Turn left onto Main Street

5

Continue on East Deuce of Clubs

6

Continue on Globe-Show Low Highway

7

Turn right onto East Ash Street

8

Turn right onto South Hill Street

9

Turn left onto East Oak Street

10

Turn right onto North Broad Street

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Continue on North Broad Street

12

Continue on US 60

13

Continue on West Live Oak Street

14

Continue on Phoenix–Globe Highway

15

Continue on Superstition Freeway

16

Keep slight left to continue on I 10 North

17

Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway

18

Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway

19

Take the exit slight right toward 7th Street, Central Avenue

20

Turn straight onto East Maricopa Freeway

21

Turn right onto South 7th Street

22

Turn left onto East Washington Street

23

Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 113.4 miles from Eagar, AZ.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 113.4 miles

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Last hour of driving

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Phoenix, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Eagar, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Eagar, AZ

This is one driving day of about 226.8 miles and 3h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Eagar, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Florence, AZ

113 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.

Popular next leg

Florence, AZ to Phoenix, AZ

62.4 mi · 1h 9m

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, AZ.

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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 113.4 mi from Eagar, AZ

Show Low, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Florence, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 113.4 miles from Eagar, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
regular $4.95 $44.21 $88.42
midgrade $5.34 $47.66 $95.33
premium $5.57 $49.70 $99.40
diesel $6.37 $56.84 $113.69

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 79.4 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Eagar, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 226.8 miles and takes about 3h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Main Street, South Mountain Avenue, East Deuce of Clubs. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 113.4 miles from Eagar, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $44.21 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.

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