Origin
Goodyear, AZ
Afternoon in Goodyear on Sunday
Local time
3:37 PM
MST
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goodyear, AZ to Sahuarita, AZ
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
147.9 mi
238 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
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6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 8m
10 AM
2h 54m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 55m
5 PM
3h 7m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goodyear, AZ
Quang Nguyen Vinh
Sahuarita, AZ
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
Traveling from Goodyear to Sahuarita covers 147.9 miles, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 46 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $29 on fuel for the trek. You will navigate through the heart of the Desert Southwest, transitioning between the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. It serves as a straightforward connection across the Arizona landscape, perfect for those looking to reach their destination efficiently. Since the entire route stays within Arizona, you will experience a consistent regional climate and terrain throughout the drive.
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
74 miles from Goodyear, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you transition off the major freeways. While you will utilize the Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway and the Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, only 17% of your total mileage is spent on highways. The remainder of the trip relies on local roads, including the Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, which hosts your longest uninterrupted stretch of 54.6 miles. This mix creates a varied driving experience that shifts from high-speed corridors to more technical, localized sections. Be prepared for a road personality that demands more engagement than a standard interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 54.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Western Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (East Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Western Avenue
Turn right onto East Western Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
30 mi into trip
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~39m in
Take the exit toward I 10: Phoenix, Tucson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 55A-B
Toward I 10: Phoenix, Tucson
8
30.2 mi into trip
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~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 10 East: Tucson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 55B
Toward I 10 East: Tucson
7
128.9 mi into trip
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~2h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 19 South: Nogales
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 260
Toward I 19 South: Nogales
7
145.4 mi into trip
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~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward Sahuarita Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 75
Toward Sahuarita Road
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Goodyear, AZ to Sahuarita, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Tucson along the way.
Tucson
30 mi in
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~39m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 54.6 mi | 55m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 37.8 mi | 38m |
| Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| Nogales–Tucson Highway | 16 mi | 19m |
| West Buckeye Road | 8.9 mi | 13m |
| North Freeway | 5.4 mi | 6m |
| West Sahuarita Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| East Western Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
— 54.6 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goodyear, AZ and Sahuarita, AZ.
1
Start on South Litchfield Road
8 ft
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4 sec
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South Litchfield Road
2
Turn right onto East Western Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Western Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
At end of road, turn right onto South Dysart Road
495 ft
·
17 sec
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South Dysart Road
Use the none lane.
4
Turn left onto US 80 Hist
8.9 mi
·
13 min
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West Buckeye Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto South 59th Avenue
446 ft
·
7 sec
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South 59th Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward AZ 202 Loop South
7
Merge onto AZ 202 Loop
20 mi
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22 min
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Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
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19 sec
Exit 55A-B
Toward I 10: Phoenix, Tucson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 55B
Toward I 10 East: Tucson
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 10
55 mi
·
55 min
·
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on I 10
5.4 mi
·
6 min
·
North Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 260
Toward I 19 South: Nogales
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 19
16 mi
·
19 min
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Nogales–Tucson Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 75
Toward Sahuarita Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto West Sahuarita Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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West Sahuarita Road
17
Continue on East Sahuarita Road
403 ft
·
16 sec
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East Sahuarita Road
18
Arrive at destination
East Sahuarita Road
Trip Plan
Plan for at least one stop to break up the nearly three-hour drive, as the shift from major freeways to local roads can be tiring. Since the route is manageable in a single day, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning between the major highway segments and the more rural local stretches. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, stay alert during the local road segments where navigation changes occur more frequently. Aiming for a mid-morning departure can help you avoid the heaviest traffic periods near the metropolitan hubs at either end of your journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74 miles from Goodyear, AZ, or about 1h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.6 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 80 miles or 1h 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74 miles or 1h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sahuarita, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Goodyear, 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 Goodyear, AZ
This is one driving day of about 147.9 miles and 2h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Goodyear, 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.
The longest stretch is on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway for about 54.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74 mi from Goodyear, AZ · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 74 miles from Goodyear, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sahuarita, AZ
The final approach into Sahuarita, 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 Sahuarita, 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
$29.43 one way
$58.87 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $31.08 | $62.16 |
| premium | $5.59 | $32.53 | $65.06 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.86 | $65.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
| Efficient EV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59.2 | 0 | $20.71 | $9.47 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Sahuarita, AZ
Afternoon in Sahuarita on Sunday
Local time
3:37 PM
MST
Current temp
51°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
5 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
2h 46m 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 Goodyear, AZ to Sahuarita, AZ covers 147.9 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Casa Grande-Tucson Highway, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 74 miles from Goodyear, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $29.43 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 147.9 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (East Western Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 30 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Goodyear, AZ to Sahuarita, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Tucson along the way.
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