Origin
Gold Camp, AZ
Late night in Gold Camp on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MST
Current temp
57°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Gold Camp, AZ to Maricopa, AZ
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Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
69.3 mi
112 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
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6 AM
1h 37m
8 AM
1h 52m
10 AM
1h 42m
12 PM
1h 41m
3 PM
1h 43m
5 PM
1h 51m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gold Camp, AZ
Jan Kopřiva
Maricopa, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 69.3-mile drive from Gold Camp, AZ, to Maricopa, AZ, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing the Santan Freeway, Phoenix–Globe Highway, and North Maricopa Road, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it’s an economical journey through the Desert Southwest. You won't need to break this drive up into multiple days, offering flexibility for your schedule.
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
34.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed driving experience, with 41% of the route on highways. You'll encounter stretches like the 18.1-mile segment on the Santan Freeway, which provides a faster pace. The character of the drive shifts as you transition between these main roads, moving from potentially quicker highway sections to more localized routes as you approach your destination. Expect a blend of efficient travel and more community-oriented driving.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Santan Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5 miles in near US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.2 miles: 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.
7
27.6 mi into trip
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~41m in
Take the exit toward AZ 202 Loop
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 190A
Toward AZ 202 Loop
7
28.2 mi into trip
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~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward AZ 202 Loop South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward AZ 202 Loop South
5
29.2 mi into trip
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~45m in
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AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop / Santan Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.3 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Dobson Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49
Toward Dobson Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Santan Freeway | 18.1 mi | 20m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| North Maricopa Road | 11.8 mi | 13m |
| Superstition Freeway | 7.9 mi | 9m |
| West Queen Creek Road | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| North Queen Valley Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| North John Wayne Parkway | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South Dobson Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Santan Freeway
— 18.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gold Camp, AZ and Maricopa, 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
·
28 sec
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North Sharon Drive
3
Turn right onto East Lynn Way
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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East Lynn Way
4
Turn right onto East Diane Drive
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
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East Diane Drive
5
Continue on North Jacque Drive
519 ft
·
19 sec
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North Jacque Drive
6
At end of road, turn right onto East Queen Valley Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Queen Valley Drive
7
Turn right onto North Queen Anne Drive
0.9 mi
·
3 min
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North Queen Anne Drive
8
Continue on North Queen Valley Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
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North Queen Valley Road
9
Turn right onto US 60
15 mi
·
18 min
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Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
7.9 mi
·
9 min
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Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 190A
Toward AZ 202 Loop
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward AZ 202 Loop South
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
18 mi
·
20 min
·
Santan Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 49
Toward Dobson Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn left onto South Dobson Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
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South Dobson Road
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto West Queen Creek Road
5.8 mi
·
8 min
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West Queen Creek Road
Use the right lane.
17
Continue on AZ 347
12 mi
·
13 min
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North Maricopa Road
18
Continue on AZ 347
2.2 mi
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4 min
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North John Wayne Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
AZ 347
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 1 hour and 37-minute duration, this 69.3-mile trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, perhaps in the morning to avoid the peak heat of the Desert Southwest. With no specific stops recommended, you can use the longest stretch of 18.1 miles on the Santan Freeway as a good point to gauge your progress. Keep the approximate $14 fuel cost in mind, and plan for a fuel stop before you leave Gold Camp to ensure a smooth journey to Maricopa.
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 34.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.1 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 69.3 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.7 miles or 51m 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 Maricopa, 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 69.3 miles and 1h 37m.
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 Santan Freeway for about 18.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.7 mi from Gold Camp, AZ · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.7 miles from Gold Camp, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Maricopa, AZ
The final approach into Maricopa, 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 Maricopa, 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
$13.81 one way
$27.61 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.61 | $29.22 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.25 | $30.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Maricopa, AZ
Late night in Maricopa on Wednesday
Local time
4:48 AM
MST
Current temp
54°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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 37m 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 Maricopa, AZ covers 69.3 miles and takes about 1h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Santan Freeway, Phoenix–Globe Highway, North Maricopa Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.7 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 $13.81 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Gold Camp, AZ to Maricopa, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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