How far is Gilbert, AZ from Big Park, AZ?
The driving distance from Gilbert, AZ to Big Park, AZ is about 130.4 miles (209.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 53m 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 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gilbert and Big Park.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Big Park.
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Start on the route
62 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto North Elm Street
1134 ft · 44 sec · North Elm Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue
134 m · 24 sec · East Vaughn Avenue
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Turn right onto North Gilbert Road
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Gilbert Road
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Turn left onto US 60 West: Phoenix
1717 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Superstition Freeway
9.8 mi · 11 min · Superstition Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on I 10 North
2934 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway
4.9 mi · 6 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Maricopa Freeway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Maricopa Freeway
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Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
41.3 mi · 45 min · Black Canyon Freeway
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Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi · 10 min · Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
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Continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
13.4 mi · 14 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Arizona Veterans Highway
36.9 mi · 37 min · Arizona Veterans Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
859 ft · 27 sec
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Turn left onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
7.1 mi · 10 min · Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
34 m · 2 sec · Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
1505 ft · 37 sec · Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Red Rock Scenic Byway
28 m · 1 sec · Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Exit the roundabout onto Red Rock Scenic Byway
924 ft · 23 sec · Red Rock Scenic Byway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Cortez Drive
8 m · 1 sec · East Cortez Drive
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Exit the roundabout onto East Cortez Drive
36 m · 14 sec · East Cortez Drive
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Turn left
20 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gilbert and Big Park.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Black Canyon Freeway
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
41.3 mi · 00h 45m
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 Gilbert and Sunny near Big Park.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gilbert to Big Park?
The road trip is about 130.4 miles (209.8 km) and usually takes 02h 26m 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 65.2 miles from Gilbert and 65.1 miles from Big Park.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 98.6 miles (158.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.8 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 1:36 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.77 one way or $45.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gilbert and Sunny near Big Park.
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.
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gilbert and Big Park. Straight-line distance: 98.64 mi (158.75 km).
#1 Gilbert
The fifth most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 257,658 |
| Coordinates | 33.3528300, -111.7890300 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Big Park
Park in Uintah County, Utah, United States of America
| Population | 6,695 |
| Coordinates | 34.7803000, -111.7626500 |
| Altitude | 1242 |
| Country | United States |
End: Big Park (-111.76265, 34.7803)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 210 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $22.77 | $45.55 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $24.55 | $49.11 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $25.60 | $51.21 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $29.28 | $58.57 |
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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