How far is Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ from Coolidge, AZ?

The driving distance from Ahwatukee Foothills, AZ to Coolidge, AZ is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
44.5 mi
00h 54m
Flight
36.88 mi
59.35 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.88 mi
Kilometers
59.35 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
44.5 mi
Kilometers
71.61 km
Drive Time
00h 54m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Coolidge
Sat, Jun 20, 9:15 PM MST
Return by in Ahwatukee Foothills
Sat, Jun 20, 10:10 PM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ahwatukee Foothills
2026-06-20T20:21
Arrive Coolidge
Sat, Jun 20, 9:15 PM MST
Route Timing
00h 54m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:55 AM to 10:55 AM MST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:40 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ahwatukee Foothills
9:30 PM MST
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Sacaton
AZ

Census-designated place in Pinal County, Arizona

From Ahwatukee Foothills
22.2 mi
00h 27m
To Coolidge
22.2 mi
00h 27m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
104°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Jun 20 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 5 mph SSW
Destination
102°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Jun 20 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Coolidge.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ahwatukee Foothills and Coolidge.

  1. 1

    Start on South Iroquois Drive

    528 ft · 23 sec · South Iroquois Drive

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Kiowa Street

    58 m · 9 sec · East Kiowa Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South 48th Street

    1.1 km · 1 min · South 48th Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto East Warner Road

    3012 ft · 1 min · East Warner Road

  5. 5

    Take the ramp right toward I 10 East: Tucson

    1952 ft · 50 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway

    2.8 mi · 3 min · Maricopa Freeway

  7. 7

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    23.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward AZ 187, AZ 387: Casa Grande, Coolidge

    1721 ft · 33 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on AZ 187 North, AZ 387 North: Coolidge, Florence, Casa Grande Ruins National Monument

    91 m · 14 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway

    2076 ft · 39 sec · Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway

  11. 11

    Turn right

    6.9 mi · 10 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Junction I-10-Mesa Highway

    7 mi · 8 min · Junction I-10-Mesa Highway

  13. 13

    Turn right onto North Arizona Boulevard

    1.7 mi · 4 min · North Arizona Boulevard

  14. 14

    Turn left onto West Central Avenue

    1961 ft · 56 sec · West Central Avenue

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Central Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Coolidge.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
33.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.1 mi · 52%
Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
6.99 mi · 16%
Maricopa Freeway
2.84 mi · 6%
North Arizona Boulevard
1.72 mi · 4%
South 48th Street
0.7 mi · 2%
East Warner Road
0.57 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

23.1 mi · 00h 24m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 54m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.7 mi
36.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 27m from Ahwatukee Foothills
Leave By
4:40 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Ahwatukee Foothills and Sunny near Coolidge.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ahwatukee Foothills to Coolidge?

The road trip is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km) and usually takes 00h 54m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Sacaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Ahwatukee Foothills and 22.2 miles from Coolidge.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 36.8 miles (59.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:40 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.77 one way or $15.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ahwatukee Foothills and Sunny near Coolidge.

Stop Ideas Near Sacaton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Sacaton and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Chandler
Scenic stop 13.3 mi away

City of Chandler

Chandler , AZ
3737 S Old Price Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248, United States
Rating 5.0/5 3 reviews City or town hall,Historic city center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 10 mi away

City of Casa Grande

Casa Grande , AZ
Casa Grande, AZ 85122, United States
Rating 3.0/5 2 reviews Garbage collection service
City of Maricopa: City Hall
Meeting point 11 mi away

City of Maricopa: City Hall

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.8/5 23 reviews City or town hall,City government office
The City of Maricopa's City Complex
Nearby stop 11 mi away

The City of Maricopa's City Complex

Maricopa , AZ
39700 W Civic Center Plaza, Maricopa, AZ 85138, United States
Rating 4.3/5 3 reviews Civic center

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sacaton.

RAIL

Maricopa

29 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

47 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

49 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

64 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ahwatukee Foothills and Coolidge. Straight-line distance: 36.88 mi (59.35 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Ahwatukee Foothills

Ahwatukee Foothills is a place in Arizona, United States.

Population0
Coordinates33.3417100, -111.9840300
Altitude391
CountryUnited States
Coolidge

#2 Coolidge

City in Arizona, United States

Population13,769
Coordinates32.9778400, -111.5176200
Altitude435
CountryUnited States
Start: Ahwatukee Foothills (-111.98403, 33.34171)
End: Coolidge (-111.51762, 32.97784)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 72 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 06m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 44m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 38m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.57 gal
5.94 L · about $7.77
Round trip
$15.55
3.14 gal · 11.88 L
Estimated CO2
14 kg one way
Round trip: 27.9 kg / 62 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $7.77 $15.55
Mid-grade $5.34 $8.38 $16.76
Premium $5.57 $8.74 $17.48
Diesel $6.37 $9.99 $19.99

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Arizona · Jun 21, 2026

There is no time difference between Ahwatukee Foothills and Coolidge. The current time is 20:21:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.