How far is Gilbert, AZ from Arivaca Junction, AZ?
The driving distance from Gilbert, AZ to Arivaca Junction, AZ is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 37m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 120 miles (193.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 14m 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 37m.
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 Gilbert and Arivaca Junction.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Arivaca Junction.
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Start on the route
62 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto North Elm Street
74 m · 14 sec · North Elm Street
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Turn left onto East Cullumber Avenue
133 m · 25 sec · East Cullumber Avenue
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Turn left onto North Gilbert Road
9.3 mi · 16 min · North Gilbert Road
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Turn right onto East Riggs Road
3 mi · 5 min · East Riggs Road
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Turn left onto South Arizona Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Arizona Avenue
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tucson
1507 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.5 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
54.6 mi · 56 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Continue on North Freeway
5.4 mi · 6 min · North Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 19 South: Nogales
2436 ft · 38 sec
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Continue on Nogales–Tucson Highway
33 mi · 37 min · Nogales–Tucson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Arivaca Road
1454 ft · 36 sec
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Turn right onto West Arivaca Road
724 ft · 18 sec · West Arivaca Road
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Continue on West Arivaca Road
129 m · 9 sec · West Arivaca Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Arivaca Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gilbert and Arivaca Junction.
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
Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
54.6 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Clear leaving Gilbert and Sunny near Arivaca Junction.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gilbert to Arivaca Junction?
The road trip is about 137.4 miles (221.1 km) and usually takes 02h 37m 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?
Avra Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.8 miles from Gilbert and 68.6 miles from Arivaca Junction.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 120 miles (193.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.4 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 1:16 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.67 one way or $45.34 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Gilbert and Sunny near Arivaca Junction.
Stop Ideas Near Avra Valley
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 Avra Valley.
Tucson
Maricopa
Benson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gilbert and Arivaca Junction. Straight-line distance: 120.05 mi (193.2 km).
#1 Gilbert
The fifth most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 257,658 |
| Coordinates | 33.3528300, -111.7890300 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arivaca Junction
Situated within the Sonoran Desert of Pima County at an elevation of 3,074 feet, this settlement functions primarily as a transit point along Interstate 19.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 31.7273100, -111.0612000 |
| Altitude | 937 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arivaca Junction (-111.0612, 31.72731)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 221 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 42m |
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 | $4.67 | $22.67 | $45.34 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $24.41 | $48.83 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $26.01 | $52.02 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $30.42 | $60.84 |
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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