Origin
Peoria, AZ
Afternoon in Peoria on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
MST
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Peoria, AZ to Gold Camp, AZ
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
70.7 mi
114 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 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Peoria, AZ
Boris Hamer
Gold Camp, AZ
Jan Kopřiva
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Peoria to Gold Camp, you are looking at a straightforward 70.7-mile journey through the Desert Southwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 38 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You will navigate via a combination of US 60, the Phoenix–Globe Highway, and Grand Avenue to reach your destination. Budgeting approximately $14 for fuel should cover your needs for the trip. Since the entire drive stays within the same region, the transition is seamless and lacks the complexity of crossing major geographic boundaries. It is a manageable route that offers a practical balance for those who prefer to keep their travel time under two hours.
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
35.3 miles from Peoria, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive profile, blending high-speed transit with local road navigation. Approximately 58% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the 70.7-mile distance. You will encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.4 miles while traveling on US 60, allowing for a steady flow before the road character shifts. As you transition between the various segments of the Phoenix–Globe Highway and Grand Avenue, keep in mind that the driving environment changes from broader thoroughfares to more localized transit. It is a functional route that demands your attention as the road conditions fluctuate throughout the 1 hour and 38 minute duration.
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.
US 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.4 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 early in the drive near US 60 / Grand Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 70.7 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: near the start (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (US 60 / West Thomas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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US 60 / Grand Avenue
Turn right onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
9.9 mi into trip
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~17m in
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US 60 / West Thomas Road
Turn left onto US 60 / West Thomas Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / slight left lanes.
5
10.1 mi into trip
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~18m in
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US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway
Turn right onto US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway
Navigation decision point
8
22.9 mi into trip
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~33m in
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US 60
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
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 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
6
65.6 mi into trip
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~1h 23m in
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North Queen Valley Road
Take the exit onto North Queen Valley Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Peoria, AZ to Gold Camp, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
22.9 mi in
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~33m
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via US 60
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 60 | 28.4 mi | 33m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 14.8 mi | 18m |
| Grand Avenue | 9.3 mi | 16m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| North Queen Valley Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| North Queen Anne Drive | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| East Queen Valley Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 60
— 28.4 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Peoria, AZ and Gold Camp, AZ.
1
Start on North 83rd Avenue
128 ft
·
8 sec
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North 83rd Avenue
2
Turn right onto US 60
9.3 mi
·
16 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Take the exit onto US 60
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 60
Toward 27th Avenue
4
Turn left onto US 60
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
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West Thomas Road
Use the left / slight left lanes.
5
Turn right onto US 60
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
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North Black Canyon Highway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 17 South
7
Merge onto I 17; US 60
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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Black Canyon Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 17; US 60
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit onto US 60
28 mi
·
32 min
·
US 60
Exit 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
11
Take the exit onto North Queen Valley Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Queen Valley Road
Use the left lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto North Queen Anne Drive
0.9 mi
·
3 min
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North Queen Anne Drive
13
Turn left onto East Queen Valley Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Queen Valley Drive
14
Turn left onto North Jacque Drive
519 ft
·
17 sec
·
North Jacque Drive
15
Continue on East Diane Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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East Diane Drive
16
At end of road, turn left onto North Sharon Drive
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
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North Sharon Drive
17
Turn right onto West Kirk Drive
187 ft
·
8 sec
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West Kirk Drive
18
Arrive at destination
West Kirk Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. Since you have no mandatory stops scheduled along the 70.7-mile path, feel free to depart whenever it best suits your personal itinerary. Be mindful that your fuel budget is estimated at $14, so topping off your tank before leaving Peoria ensures you won't have to worry about finding service stations along the way. Since the longest stretch is 28.4 miles on US 60, use that time to settle into a comfortable cruising speed before the drive transitions into the final segments of your journey. Planning your departure to avoid peak local traffic on the Phoenix–Globe Highway will help you maintain that projected 1 hour and 38 minute arrival time.
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 35.3 miles from Peoria, AZ, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.4 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 70.7 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.3 miles or 47m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gold Camp, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Peoria, 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 Peoria, AZ
This is one driving day of about 70.7 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Peoria, 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 US 60 for about 28.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.3 mi from Peoria, AZ · 47m 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 70.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Peoria, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gold Camp, AZ
The final approach into Gold Camp, 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 Gold Camp, 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
$14.07 one way
$28.14 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.55 | $31.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.71 | $31.41 |
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: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.42 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.90 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Gold Camp, AZ
Afternoon in Gold Camp on Sunday
Local time
4:08 PM
MST
Current temp
57°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
2 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 38m 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 Peoria, AZ to Gold Camp, AZ covers 70.7 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 60, Phoenix–Globe Highway, Grand Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.3 miles from Peoria, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.07 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 13 significant decision points across 70.7 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: near the start (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles (US 60 / West Thomas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.1 miles (US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Peoria, AZ to Gold Camp, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
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