How far is Eloy, AZ from Gilbert, AZ?

The driving distance from Eloy, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is about 63.6 miles (102.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.4 miles (69.9 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
63.66 mi
01h 06m
Flight
43.42 mi
69.87 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.42 mi
Kilometers
69.87 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
63.66 mi
Kilometers
102.45 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 Gilbert
Wed, Apr 22, 11:09 PM MST
Return by in Eloy
Thu, Apr 23, 12:15 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eloy
2026-04-22T22:03
Arrive Gilbert
Wed, Apr 22, 11:09 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 Eloy
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 Eloy
27 mi
00h 33m
To Gilbert
36.7 mi
00h 33m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MST
Wind
6 to 13 mph SW
Destination
87°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Eloy and Gilbert.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Eloy and Gilbert.

  1. 1

    Start on North Main Street

    1437 ft · 29 sec · North Main Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Frontier Street

    1688 ft · 30 sec · East Frontier Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto South Sunshine Boulevard

    1.4 km · 2 min · South Sunshine Boulevard

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right toward 10 West: Phoenix

    1808 ft · 44 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

    8.6 mi · 9 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway

  6. 6

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    24.1 mi · 24 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

    1 mi · 2 min · South Arizona Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn right onto East Riggs Road

    3 mi · 5 min · East Riggs Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto South Gilbert Road

    9.3 mi · 16 min · South Gilbert Road

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Cullumber Avenue

    133 m · 21 sec · East Cullumber Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn right onto North Elm Street

    74 m · 10 sec · North Elm Street

  14. 14

    Turn right

    62 m · 15 sec

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Eloy and Gilbert.

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
15 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
24.1 mi · 38%
South Gilbert Road
9.29 mi · 15%
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
8.55 mi · 13%
East Riggs Road
3 mi · 5%
South Arizona Avenue
1 mi · 2%
South Sunshine Boulevard
0.88 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

24.1 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
+20.2 mi
43.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 33m from Eloy
Leave By
4:18 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Eloy and Sunny near Gilbert.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Eloy to Gilbert?

The road trip is about 63.6 miles (102.4 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?

Sacaton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Eloy and 36.7 miles from Gilbert.

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

The direct path is about 43.4 miles (69.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.2 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 $11.14 one way or $22.28 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Eloy and Sunny near Gilbert.

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.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 6.4 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 12.9 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 13 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 Eloy and Gilbert. Straight-line distance: 43.42 mi (69.87 km).

Eloy

#1 Eloy

City in Pinal County, Arizona, United States

Population17,279
Coordinates32.7559000, -111.5548400
Altitude474
CountryUnited States
Gilbert

#2 Gilbert

The fifth most populous city in Arizona.

Population257,658
Coordinates33.3528300, -111.7890300
Altitude377
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-111.554852, 32.7559)
End: (-111.788735, 33.35291)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 102 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 35m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 16m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.25 gal
8.5 L · about $11.14
Round trip
$22.28
4.5 gal · 17 L
Estimated CO2
20 kg one way
Round trip: 40 kg / 88 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $11.14 $22.28
Mid-grade $5.34 $12.01 $24.02
Premium $5.57 $12.52 $25.05
Diesel $6.37 $14.32 $28.65

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Eloy and Gilbert. The current time is 22:03:14.

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.