Origin
Guadalupe, AZ
Evening in Guadalupe on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Guadalupe, AZ to Phoenix, AZ
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10.8 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
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6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Guadalupe, AZ
Los Muertos Crew
Phoenix, AZ
Carter Marchant
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Guadalupe to Phoenix, you are looking at a quick, 10.7-mile journey that takes approximately 18 minutes. This short trip is perfect for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops along the way. Your route will primarily follow East Calle Gloria, South Avenida Del Yaqui, and South Priest Drive. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly way to move between these two Desert Southwest locations. Because the entire drive is within the same region, you will notice a consistent landscape as you transition between the two towns.
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
5.4 miles from Guadalupe, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through local streets, meaning you should be prepared for frequent stops and turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of road. In fact, the longest stretch you will encounter is 0 miles on East Calle Gloria, reflecting the stop-and-go nature of this urban transit. Behind the wheel, you will find this path requires your full attention on navigating intersections rather than cruising at highway speeds. It is a practical, utilitarian drive that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Maricopa Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 4.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near South Avenida Del Yaqui.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 10.8 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 0.2 miles (South Avenida Del Yaqui): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (West Baseline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Avenida Del Yaqui
At end of road, turn right onto South Avenida Del Yaqui
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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West Baseline Road
Turn left onto West Baseline Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.1 mi into trip
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~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 West: Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
8
6.8 mi into trip
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~12m in
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US 60 / Maricopa Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60 / Maricopa Freeway toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward 7th Street, Central Avenue
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 195B
Toward 7th Street, Central Avenue
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Guadalupe, AZ to Phoenix, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
0.8 mi in
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~2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maricopa Freeway | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| South 7th Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Baseline Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Avenida Del Yaqui | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Priest Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Calle Gloria | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Maricopa Freeway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Maricopa Freeway
— 4.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Guadalupe, AZ and Phoenix, AZ.
1
Start on this road
0.1 mi
·
46 sec
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right
144 ft
·
16 sec
3
Turn left onto East Calle Gloria
235 ft
·
12 sec
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East Calle Gloria
4
At end of road, turn right onto South Avenida Del Yaqui
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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South Avenida Del Yaqui
5
Continue on South Priest Drive
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
South Priest Drive
6
Turn left onto West Baseline Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Baseline Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix, Globe
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.6 mi
·
3 min
Toward I 10 West, US 60 West: Broadway Road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 10 West: Phoenix
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 10; US 60
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Toward I-17 North, US-60 West: Flagstaff
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 195B
Toward 7th Street, Central Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto East Maricopa Freeway
134 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Maricopa Freeway
16
Turn right onto South 7th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South 7th Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto East Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
West Washington Street
Trip Plan
Since this is an 18-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though sticking to off-peak hours can help you avoid local traffic. There is no need to plan for formal rest stops given the short distance, but keeping your vehicle fueled is easy with the low $2 cost. Use the brevity of this drive to your advantage by planning your arrival in Phoenix around your specific agenda rather than worrying about road fatigue. My best tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the turns on South Avenida Del Yaqui and South Priest Drive before you leave, as the lack of highway miles means you will be relying on local navigation throughout the entire 10.7-mile 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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.4 miles from Guadalupe, AZ, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.4 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 10.8 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.4 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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 Guadalupe, 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 Guadalupe, AZ
This is one driving day of about 10.8 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Guadalupe, 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 Maricopa Freeway for about 4.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.4 mi from Guadalupe, AZ · 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.4 miles from Guadalupe, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Phoenix, AZ
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.15 one way
$4.30 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $2.27 | $4.54 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.38 | $4.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.40 | $4.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Phoenix, AZ
Evening in Phoenix on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
61°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
1 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
19m 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 Guadalupe, AZ to Phoenix, AZ covers 10.8 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Maricopa Freeway, South 7th Street, East Washington Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.4 miles from Guadalupe, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.15 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 14 significant decision points across 10.8 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 0.2 miles (South Avenida Del Yaqui): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.6 miles (West Baseline Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Guadalupe, AZ to Phoenix, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
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