Origin
Gold Camp, AZ
Late night in Gold Camp on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MST
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gold Camp, AZ to Goodyear, AZ
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 39m
Distance
75.3 mi
121 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 32m
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6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gold Camp, AZ
Jan Kopřiva
Goodyear, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 75.3-mile journey from Gold Camp to Goodyear, Arizona, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 39 minutes. Primarily utilizing major freeways like the Superstition Freeway and Papago Freeway, with a portion on the Phoenix–Globe Highway, this drive is focused on efficient travel. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, it's a budget-friendly excursion within the Desert Southwest. The route is designed for straightforward transit, with no specific overnight stops recommended. You'll find this drive to be a practical and direct connection between two points in Arizona.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
37.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 70% of this 75.3-mile route. You'll encounter stretches of Superstition Freeway, including the longest uninterrupted segment of 27.1 miles, which offers consistent driving conditions. The transition to the Papago Freeway and then the Phoenix–Globe Highway will maintain a similar character, emphasizing speed and directness over winding scenic byways. This route is built for covering ground efficiently, with minimal deviations from major arterial roads as you move across the Arizona landscape.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Superstition Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Superstition Freeway and Papago Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 75.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.2 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5 mi into trip
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~14m in
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US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Turn right onto US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
46.8 mi into trip
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~1h 4m in
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US 60
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60 toward I 10 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 10 North
6
52.2 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
54.2 mi into trip
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~1h 12m in
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I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
73.3 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward Litchfield Road, Phoenix-Goodyear Airport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 128
Toward Litchfield Road, Phoenix-Goodyear Airpor...
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Superstition Freeway | 27.1 mi | 31m |
| Papago Freeway | 20.5 mi | 23m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| North Queen Valley Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| North Litchfield Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| North Queen Anne Drive | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| US 60 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Superstition Freeway
— 27.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gold Camp, AZ and Goodyear, AZ.
1
Start on West Kirk Drive
187 ft
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11 sec
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West Kirk Drive
2
Turn left onto North Sharon Drive
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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North Sharon Drive
3
Turn right onto East Lynn Way
0.1 mi
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34 sec
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East Lynn Way
4
Turn right onto East Diane Drive
0.2 mi
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40 sec
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East Diane Drive
5
Continue on North Jacque Drive
519 ft
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19 sec
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North Jacque Drive
6
At end of road, turn right onto East Queen Valley Drive
0.5 mi
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1 min
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East Queen Valley Drive
7
Turn right onto North Queen Anne Drive
0.9 mi
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3 min
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North Queen Anne Drive
8
Continue on North Queen Valley Road
3.0 mi
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7 min
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North Queen Valley Road
9
Turn right onto US 60
15 mi
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18 min
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Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
27 mi
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31 min
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Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 60
0.6 mi
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38 sec
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US 60
Toward I 10 North
12
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.9 mi
·
5 min
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Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.0 mi
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2 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
2.7 mi
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3 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
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Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
16
Continue on I 10
16 mi
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18 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
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39 sec
Exit 128
Toward Litchfield Road, Phoenix-Goodyear Airport
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto North Litchfield Road
1.7 mi
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3 min
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North Litchfield Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Continue on South Litchfield Road
337 ft
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7 sec
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South Litchfield Road
20
Arrive at destination
South Litchfield Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this drive offers flexibility for departure times. Leaving Gold Camp in the morning or mid-afternoon should allow you to reach Goodyear without feeling rushed. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over for fuel or a break as needed, especially considering the $15 fuel cost. Keep an eye on traffic conditions as you approach the Phoenix metropolitan area, as this is where your longest stretch on the Superstition Freeway is located. The direct nature of this route means you can adapt your schedule on the fly.
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 37.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.1 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 75.3 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.7 miles or 53m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Goodyear, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gold Camp, 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 Gold Camp, AZ
This is one driving day of about 75.3 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gold Camp, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Superstition Freeway for about 27.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.7 mi from Gold Camp, AZ · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Goodyear, AZ
The final approach into Goodyear, 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 Goodyear, 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
$15.00 one way
$30.00 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $15.88 | $31.75 |
| premium | $5.59 | $16.57 | $33.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.63 | $33.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Goodyear, AZ
Late night in Goodyear on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MST
Current temp
87°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
30 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 39m 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 Gold Camp, AZ to Goodyear, AZ covers 75.3 miles and takes about 1h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Superstition Freeway, Papago Freeway, Phoenix–Globe Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.00 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 demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 75.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 46.8 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.2 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gold Camp, AZ to Goodyear, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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