How far is Eloy, AZ from Mesa, AZ?

The driving distance from Eloy, AZ to Mesa, AZ is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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
66.21 mi
01h 04m
Flight
48.58 mi
78.18 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
48.58 mi
Kilometers
78.18 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.21 mi
Kilometers
106.56 km
Drive Time
01h 04m

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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 04m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Mesa
Sat, Apr 11, 5:50 AM MST
Return by in Eloy
Sat, Apr 11, 6:54 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Eloy
2026-04-11T04:45
Arrive Mesa
Sat, Apr 11, 5:50 AM MST
Route Timing
01h 04m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:05 AM to 11:05 AM MST

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

Leave by
4:20 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
28.3 mi
00h 32m
To Mesa
37.9 mi
00h 32m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
84°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM MST
Wind
7 to 14 mph SSW
Destination
88°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 5 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    11 mi · 19 min · South Arizona Avenue

  10. 10

    Continue on South Country Club Drive

    4 mi · 7 min · South Country Club Drive

  11. 11

    Turn right onto West University Drive

    1.6 km · 2 min · West University Drive

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East University Drive

Car Route Details

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

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
12 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
24.1 mi · 36%
South Arizona Avenue
11 mi · 17%
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
8.55 mi · 13%
South Country Club Drive
4.04 mi · 6%
West University Drive
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 04m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 10m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+17.6 mi
48.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 32m from Eloy
Leave By
4:20 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Eloy and Sunny near Mesa.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 66.2 miles (106.6 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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 28.3 miles from Eloy and 37.9 miles from Mesa.

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

The direct path is about 48.6 miles (78.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 4:20 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.59 one way or $23.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

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 7.6 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 12.2 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 12.2 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 Mesa. Straight-line distance: 48.58 mi (78.18 km).

Eloy

#1 Eloy

City in Pinal County, Arizona, United States

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

#2 Mesa

The fourth most populous city in Arizona and the center of the Mesa metropolitan area.

Population528,159
Coordinates33.4222700, -111.8226400
Altitude378
CountryUnited States
Start: North Main Street (-111.554852, 32.7559)
End: East University Drive (-111.82264, 33.422353)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 12m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 39m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 19m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.34 gal
8.84 L · about $11.59
Round trip
$23.17
4.68 gal · 17.68 L
Estimated CO2
20.8 kg one way
Round trip: 41.6 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $11.59 $23.17
Mid-grade $5.34 $12.49 $24.98
Premium $5.57 $13.02 $26.05
Diesel $6.37 $14.90 $29.79

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Eloy and Mesa. The current time is 04:45:29.

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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.