How far is Gilbert, AZ from Arizona City, AZ?

The driving distance from Gilbert, AZ to Arizona City, AZ is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m 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
47.42 mi
01h 03m
Flight
41.81 mi
67.28 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
41.81 mi
Kilometers
67.28 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.42 mi
Kilometers
76.32 km
Drive Time
01h 03m

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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 03m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Arizona City
Sun, Apr 19, 7:12 AM MST
Return by in Gilbert
Sun, Apr 19, 8:16 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gilbert
2026-04-19T06:08
Arrive Arizona City
Sun, Apr 19, 7:12 AM MST
Route Timing
01h 03m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:04 AM to 11:04 AM MST

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

Leave by
4:22 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gilbert
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 Gilbert
23.7 mi
00h 31m
To Arizona City
23.7 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
95°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 15 mph ESE
Destination
90°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM MST
Wind
10 to 15 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Arizona City.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    62 m · 20 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Elm Street

    74 m · 14 sec · North Elm Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto East Cullumber Avenue

    133 m · 25 sec · East Cullumber Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Gilbert Road

    9.3 mi · 16 min · North Gilbert Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Riggs Road

    3 mi · 5 min · East Riggs Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South Arizona Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · South Arizona Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue straight

    6.1 mi · 9 min

  8. 8

    Take the ramp left toward I 10 East: Tucson

    1507 ft · 37 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    23.6 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Sunland Gin Road, Arizona City

    2520 ft · 1 min

  11. 11

    Turn right onto North Sunland Gin Road

    3.5 mi · 6 min · North Sunland Gin Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Sunland Gin Road

Car Route Details

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

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
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.6 mi · 50%
North Gilbert Road
9.27 mi · 20%
South Arizona Avenue
7.11 mi · 15%
North Sunland Gin Road
3.54 mi · 7%
East Riggs Road
3 mi · 6%
Sunland Gin Road
0.48 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

23.6 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 03m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 08m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.6 mi
41.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sacaton
00h 31m from Gilbert
Leave By
4:22 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Gilbert and Mostly Sunny near Arizona City.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gilbert to Arizona City?

The road trip is about 47.4 miles (76.3 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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 23.7 miles from Gilbert and 23.7 miles from Arizona City.

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

The direct path is about 41.8 miles (67.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.6 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 4:22 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.27 one way or $16.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Gilbert and Mostly Sunny near Arizona City.

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.
City of Chandler
Scenic stop 13.8 mi away

City of Chandler

Chandler , AZ
3737 S Old Price Rd, Chandler, AZ 85248, United States
Rating 5.0/5 3 reviews City or town hall,Historic city center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 9.5 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 11.2 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 11.2 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 Gilbert and Arizona City. Straight-line distance: 41.81 mi (67.28 km).

Gilbert

#1 Gilbert

The fifth most populous city in Arizona.

Population257,658
Coordinates33.3528300, -111.7890300
Altitude377
CountryUnited States
Arizona City

#2 Arizona City

Census designated place

Population10,475
Coordinates32.7558900, -111.6709600
Altitude460
CountryUnited States
Start: Gilbert (-111.78903, 33.35283)
End: Arizona City (-111.67096, 32.75589)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 76 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 11m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.67 gal
6.33 L · about $8.27
Round trip
$16.54
3.34 gal · 12.66 L
Estimated CO2
14.8 kg one way
Round trip: 29.7 kg / 65 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $8.27 $16.54
Mid-grade $5.34 $8.91 $17.83
Premium $5.57 $9.30 $18.59
Diesel $6.37 $10.63 $21.26

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Gilbert and Arizona City. The current time is 06:08:27.

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.