How far is Alhambra, AZ from Casa Grande, AZ?

The driving distance from Alhambra, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is about 54.1 miles (87 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48 miles (77.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 12m 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
54.04 mi
01h 06m
Flight
47.99 mi
77.24 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
47.99 mi
Kilometers
77.24 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
54.04 mi
Kilometers
86.97 km
Drive Time
01h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Casa Grande
Thu, Oct 15, 12:49 PM MST
Return by in Alhambra
Thu, Oct 15, 1:55 PM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alhambra
2026-10-15T11:43
Arrive Casa Grande
Thu, Oct 15, 12:49 PM MST
Route Timing
01h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:06 AM to 11:06 AM MST

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

Leave by
4:18 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alhambra
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
Sun Lakes
AZ

Census designated place

From Alhambra
27 mi
00h 33m
To Casa Grande
27 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Overnight

Clear

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 1:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
83°F
Today

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Oct 15 8:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph NE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alhambra and Casa Grande.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alhambra and Casa Grande.

  1. 1

    Start on North 35th Avenue

    1243 ft · 31 sec · North 35th Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Grand Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · Grand Avenue

  3. 3

    Take the exit straight toward 27th Avenue

    2854 ft · 1 min

  4. 4

    Turn left onto West Thomas Road

    1052 ft · 27 sec · West Thomas Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto North Black Canyon Highway

    1324 ft · 28 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

  6. 6

    Take the exit straight toward I 17 South

    934 ft · 25 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway

    3.5 mi · 4 min · Black Canyon Freeway

  8. 8

    Continue on Maricopa Freeway

    16.3 mi · 19 min · Maricopa Freeway

  9. 9

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    23.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  10. 10

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

    1721 ft · 33 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on AZ 387 South: Casa Grande, Casa Grande Airport

    653 ft · 16 sec

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto State Route 387

    2035 ft · 39 sec · State Route 387

  13. 13

    Continue on North Pinal Avenue

    7.9 mi · 13 min · North Pinal Avenue

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Gila Bend Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alhambra and Casa Grande.

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
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.1 mi · 43%
Maricopa Freeway
16.3 mi · 30%
North Pinal Avenue
7.93 mi · 15%
Black Canyon Freeway
3.55 mi · 7%
Grand Avenue
0.93 mi · 2%
27th Avenue
0.54 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
01h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.1 mi
48 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sun Lakes
00h 33m from Alhambra
Leave By
4:18 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Clear leaving Alhambra and Sunny near Casa Grande.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alhambra to Casa Grande?

The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87 km) and usually takes 01h 06m 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?

Sun Lakes is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Alhambra and 27 miles from Casa Grande.

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

The direct path is about 48 miles (77.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 4:18 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.93 one way or $17.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Clear around Alhambra and Sunny near Casa Grande.

Stop Ideas Near Sun Lakes

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 Sun Lakes and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Chandler
Scenic stop 2.6 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
City of Maricopa: City Hall
Meeting point 13.1 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
Chandler Passport Acceptance Office
Nearby stop 7.1 mi away

Chandler Passport Acceptance Office

Chandler , AZ
175 S Arizona Ave, Chandler, AZ 85225, United States
Rating 3.6/5 26 reviews Passport office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sun Lakes.

RAIL

Maricopa

23 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

28 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

29 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

44 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alhambra and Casa Grande. Straight-line distance: 47.99 mi (77.24 km).

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#1 Alhambra

Situated within Maricopa County at an elevation of 1122 feet, this area functions as an urban village integrated into the central part of Phoenix.

Population0
Coordinates33.4983800, -112.1343200
Altitude342
CountryUnited States
Casa Grande

#2 Casa Grande

The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.

Population61,183
Coordinates32.8795000, -111.7573500
Altitude426
CountryUnited States
Start: Alhambra (-112.13432, 33.49838)
End: Casa Grande (-111.75735, 32.8795)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 87 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.91 gal
7.22 L · about $8.93
Round trip
$17.85
3.82 gal · 14.44 L
Estimated CO2
17 kg one way
Round trip: 33.9 kg / 75 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.67 $8.93 $17.85
Mid-grade $5.03 $9.61 $19.23
Premium $5.36 $10.24 $20.49
Diesel $6.27 $11.98 $23.96

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 · Oct 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Alhambra and Casa Grande. The current time is 11:43:12.

Distance to Other Cities

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