Origin
Scottsdale, AZ
Evening in Scottsdale on Sunday
Local time
5:24 PM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ
Drive Time
24m
Distance
17.5 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 25m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 26m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 29m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scottsdale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Gilbert, AZ
Zsolt Pujsz
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel between Scottsdale and Gilbert, you are looking at a quick, 17.5-mile journey across the Desert Southwest. Expect to spend about 24 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route primarily utilizes East Chaparral Road, the AZ 101, and the Pima Freeway to navigate the valley. With an estimated fuel cost of only $3, this is an incredibly budget-friendly commute. Since the entire trip takes place within Arizona, you will experience a consistent desert environment from start to finish. It is a straightforward, practical drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
8.8 miles from Scottsdale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate through the urban landscape. While the route incorporates the AZ 101 and Pima Freeway, these segments do not constitute a high-speed interstate grind, as the highway share for this trip is 0%. You will find yourself navigating local roads for the entirety of the distance, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 0 miles on East Chaparral Road. The driving experience is defined by frequent turns rather than long, open highway stretches. Stay alert, as the constant shifting through local streets requires more attention than a typical freeway cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Chaparral Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Chaparral Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AZ 101 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pima Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Price Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 60 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Superstition Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gilbert Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Gilbert Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Chaparral Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsdale, AZ and Gilbert, AZ.
1
Start on the route
62 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right onto East Chaparral Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chaparral Road
3
Take the ramp right toward AZ 101 Loop South
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
AZ 101 Loop South
4
Merge slight left onto Pima Freeway
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Pima Freeway
5
Continue on Price Freeway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Price Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward US 60 East, US 60 West: Globe, Phoenix
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
US 60 East, US 60 West: Globe, Phoenix
7
Keep slight left to continue on US 60 East: Globe
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 60 East: Globe
8
Merge slight left onto Superstition Freeway
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Superstition Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Gilbert Road
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
Gilbert Road
10
Turn right onto South Gilbert Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Gilbert Road
11
Turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue
440 ft
·
22 sec
·
East Vaughn Avenue
12
Turn right onto North Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
North Elm Street
13
Turn right
203 ft
·
15 sec
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 24-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your plans. You won't need to worry about planning for rest stops since the distance is so manageable. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means you will be making frequent maneuvers through local intersections. Since your fuel budget is only $3, you can easily handle the trip on a single tank without needing to stop for gas along the way. Use the lack of long highway stretches to your advantage by choosing a departure time that avoids the busiest local traffic patterns.
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 8.8 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, or about 12m into the drive.
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 17.5 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.8 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gilbert, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 17.5 miles and 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Scottsdale, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.8 mi from Scottsdale, AZ · 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.8 miles from Scottsdale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gilbert, AZ
The final approach into Gilbert, 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 Gilbert, 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
$3.48 one way
$6.97 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| premium | $5.59 | $3.85 | $7.70 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.89 | $7.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.84 | $0.84 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Gilbert, AZ
Evening in Gilbert on Sunday
Local time
5:24 PM
MST
Current temp
58°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m 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 Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ covers 17.5 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Chaparral Road, AZ 101, Pima Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.8 miles from Scottsdale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.48 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.
The drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Scottsdale, AZ to Gilbert, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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