How far is Flagstaff, AZ from Casa Grande, AZ?
The driving distance from Flagstaff, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is about 192 miles (309 km), with a travel time of about 02h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 160.3 miles (258 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 48m 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 02h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flagstaff and Casa Grande.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flagstaff and Casa Grande.
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Start on West Historic Route 66
153 m · 15 sec · West Historic Route 66
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Turn slight left onto South Milton Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · South Milton Road
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Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
93.9 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
5.8 mi · 6 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
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Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
10.5 mi · 10 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Continue on North Black Canyon Highway
3.2 mi · 3 min · North Black Canyon Highway
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Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
27.9 mi · 32 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Continue on Maricopa Freeway
16.3 mi · 19 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 187, AZ 387: Casa Grande, Coolidge
1721 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on AZ 387 South: Casa Grande, Casa Grande Airport
653 ft · 16 sec
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Turn straight onto State Route 387
2035 ft · 39 sec · State Route 387
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Continue on North Pinal Avenue
7.9 mi · 13 min · North Pinal Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gila Bend Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flagstaff and Casa Grande.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Arizona Veterans Highway
Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
93.9 mi · 01h 35m
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.
Sunny leaving Flagstaff and Mostly Sunny near Casa Grande.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flagstaff to Casa Grande?
The road trip is about 192 miles (309 km) and usually takes 02h 54m 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?
Black Canyon City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 95.8 miles from Flagstaff and 96.1 miles from Casa Grande.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 160.3 miles (258 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.7 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 12:42 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.52 one way or $67.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 60.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Flagstaff and Mostly Sunny near Casa Grande.
Stop Ideas Near Black Canyon City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Black Canyon City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flagstaff and Casa Grande. Straight-line distance: 160.31 mi (258 km).
#1 Flagstaff
The most populous city in Coconino County, Arizona.
| Population | 73,939 |
| Coordinates | 35.1980700, -111.6512700 |
| Altitude | 2104 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Casa Grande
The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.
| Population | 61,183 |
| Coordinates | 32.8795000, -111.7573500 |
| Altitude | 426 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Pinal Avenue (-111.757373, 32.879483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 309 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 23m |
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 | $33.52 | $67.04 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $36.14 | $72.28 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $37.68 | $75.36 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $43.10 | $86.20 |
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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