How far is Casas Adobes, AZ from Mesa, AZ?
The driving distance from Casas Adobes, AZ to Mesa, AZ is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 31m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Casas Adobes and Mesa.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casas Adobes and Mesa.
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Start on North La Cañada Drive
722 ft · 19 sec · North La Cañada Drive
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Continue on North La Cañada Drive
825 ft · 27 sec · North La Cañada Drive
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Turn right onto West Orange Grove Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · West Orange Grove Road
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Turn right onto North Casa Grande Highway
663 ft · 13 sec · North Casa Grande Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 10 West
1677 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
49.8 mi · 50 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
24.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 587 North: Chandler, Gilbert
1404 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Continue on South Arizona Avenue
11 mi · 19 min · South Arizona Avenue
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Continue on South Country Club Drive
4 mi · 7 min · South Country Club Drive
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Turn right onto West University Drive
1.6 km · 2 min · West University Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East University Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Casas Adobes and Mesa.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
49.8 mi · 00h 50m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Casas Adobes and Partly Sunny near Mesa.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Casas Adobes to Mesa?
The road trip is about 109.7 miles (176.5 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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?
Arizona City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50 miles from Casas Adobes and 59.7 miles from Mesa.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.9 miles (144.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 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 2:58 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.16 one way or $38.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Casas Adobes and Partly Sunny near Mesa.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Casa Grande
Eloy City Hall
Arizona City Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona City.
Maricopa
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Tucson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Casas Adobes and Mesa. Straight-line distance: 89.84 mi (144.58 km).
#1 Casas Adobes
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 66,795 |
| Coordinates | 32.3234100, -110.9951000 |
| Altitude | 735 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Mesa
The fourth most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Mesa metropolitan area.
| Population | 528,159 |
| Coordinates | 33.4222700, -111.8226400 |
| Altitude | 378 |
| Country | United States |
End: East University Drive (-111.82264, 33.422353)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 177 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.95 | $19.16 | $38.32 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $20.66 | $41.32 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $21.54 | $43.08 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $24.64 | $49.27 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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