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

The driving distance from Casa Grande, AZ to Chandler, AZ is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
41.5 mi
00h 47m
Flight
29.88 mi
48.08 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
29.88 mi
Kilometers
48.08 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
41.5 mi
Kilometers
66.79 km
Drive Time
00h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Chandler
Thu, Apr 30, 4:01 AM MST
Return by in Casa Grande
Thu, Apr 30, 4:49 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Casa Grande
2026-04-30T03:14
Arrive Chandler
Thu, Apr 30, 4:01 AM MST
Route Timing
00h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM MST

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

Leave by
4:56 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Casa Grande
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 Casa Grande
15.7 mi
00h 23m
To Chandler
25.8 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
86°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 10 mph SSW
Destination
92°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 5 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on West Gila Bend Highway

    10 m · 8 sec · West Gila Bend Highway

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Pinal Avenue

    7.9 mi · 13 min · North Pinal Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on State Route 387

    2448 ft · 46 sec · State Route 387

  4. 4

    Continue on Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway

    1557 ft · 34 sec · Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Phoenix

    1782 ft · 20 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    9.1 mi · 9 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward AZ 587 North: Chandler, Gilbert

    1404 ft · 54 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left

    5.8 mi · 9 min

  9. 9

    Continue on South Arizona Avenue

    7 mi · 13 min · South Arizona Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East Chandler Boulevard

    14 m · 1 sec · East Chandler Boulevard

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Chandler Boulevard

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
26.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
9.1 mi · 22%
North Pinal Avenue
7.93 mi · 19%
South Arizona Avenue
7.04 mi · 17%
State Route 387
0.46 mi · 1%
I 10 West
0.34 mi · 1%
Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway
0.3 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

9.1 mi · 00h 09m

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 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.6 mi
29.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 23m from Casa Grande
Leave By
4:56 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Casa Grande and Mostly Sunny near Chandler.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 41.5 miles (66.8 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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 15.7 miles from Casa Grande and 25.8 miles from Chandler.

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

The direct path is about 29.9 miles (48.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 4:56 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.23 one way or $14.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Casa Grande and Mostly Sunny near Chandler.

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 12.1 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 11.2 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 10.6 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 14.8 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 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 Casa Grande and Chandler. Straight-line distance: 29.88 mi (48.08 km).

Casa Grande

#1 Casa Grande

The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.

Population61,183
Coordinates32.8795000, -111.7573500
Altitude426
CountryUnited States
Chandler

#2 Chandler

The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.

Population265,398
Coordinates33.3061600, -111.8412500
Altitude370
CountryUnited States
Start: West Gila Bend Highway (-111.757373, 32.879483)
End: East Chandler Boulevard (-111.841223, 33.306155)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 67 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 41m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 35m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.46 gal
5.54 L · about $7.23
Round trip
$14.46
2.92 gal · 11.08 L
Estimated CO2
13 kg one way
Round trip: 26 kg / 57 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $7.23 $14.46
Mid-grade $5.34 $7.79 $15.59
Premium $5.57 $8.13 $16.25
Diesel $6.37 $9.29 $18.59

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 · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Casa Grande and Chandler. The current time is 03:14:50.

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.