How far is Gilbert, AZ from Tolleson, AZ?

The driving distance from Gilbert, AZ to Tolleson, AZ is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 28 miles (45 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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
34.54 mi
00h 45m
Flight
27.94 mi
44.97 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
27.94 mi
Kilometers
44.97 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.54 mi
Kilometers
55.58 km
Drive Time
00h 45m

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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 00h 45m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Tolleson
Thu, Apr 23, 1:55 AM MST
Return by in Gilbert
Thu, Apr 23, 2:40 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gilbert
2026-04-23T01:09
Arrive Tolleson
Thu, Apr 23, 1:55 AM MST
Route Timing
00h 45m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:46 AM to 10:46 AM MST

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

Leave by
4:58 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
Phoenix
AZ

The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.

From Gilbert
17.3 mi
00h 22m
To Tolleson
17.3 mi
00h 22m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
89°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph SSW
Destination
89°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM MST
Wind
0 to 10 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gilbert and Tolleson.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    62 m · 20 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Elm Street

    1134 ft · 44 sec · North Elm Street

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue

    134 m · 24 sec · East Vaughn Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Gilbert Road

    2.1 mi · 5 min · North Gilbert Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto US 60 West: Phoenix

    1717 ft · 46 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Superstition Freeway

    9.8 mi · 11 min · Superstition Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 10 North

    2934 ft · 38 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Maricopa Freeway

    4.9 mi · 6 min · Maricopa Freeway

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on Papago Freeway

    2 mi · 2 min · Papago Freeway

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on Papago Freeway

    2.7 mi · 3 min · Papago Freeway

  11. 11

    Continue on Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel

    2756 ft · 36 sec · Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel

  12. 12

    Continue on Papago Freeway

    10 mi · 12 min · Papago Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward 91st Avenue

    1527 ft · 39 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto North 91st Avenue

    1.4 km · 2 min · North 91st Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn right onto West Van Buren Street

    1093 ft · 43 sec · West Van Buren Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto North 92nd Drive

    54 m · 8 sec · North 92nd Drive

  17. 17

    Turn right

    51 m · 12 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
18 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
2 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Papago Freeway
14.6 mi · 42%
Superstition Freeway
9.76 mi · 28%
Maricopa Freeway
4.87 mi · 14%
North Gilbert Road
2.15 mi · 6%
North 91st Avenue
0.88 mi · 3%
I 10 North
0.56 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Papago Freeway

Continue on Papago Freeway

9.96 mi · 00h 12m

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
00h 45m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
28 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Phoenix
00h 22m from Gilbert
Leave By
4:58 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Gilbert and Sunny near Tolleson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gilbert to Tolleson?

The road trip is about 34.5 miles (55.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?

Phoenix is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.3 miles from Gilbert and 17.3 miles from Tolleson.

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

The direct path is about 28 miles (45 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:58 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.04 one way or $12.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gilbert and Sunny near Tolleson.

Stop Ideas Near Phoenix

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 Phoenix and the surrounding midpoint area.
Mastro's City Hall
Food stop 7.6 mi away

Mastro's City Hall

Scottsdale , AZ
6991 E Camelback Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85251, United States
Rating 4.6/5 1,194 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Restaurant,Steak house
The Phoenix Police Museum
Scenic stop 3.8 mi away

The Phoenix Police Museum

Phoenix , AZ
Historic City Hall, 17 S 2nd Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003, United States
Rating 4.7/5 201 reviews Tourist attraction,Children's museum,Historical landmark,Local history museum,History museum
Tempe Economic Development
Meeting point 4.6 mi away

Tempe Economic Development

Tempe , AZ
31 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
Rating 5.0/5 2 reviews City government office
Stop photo coming soon
Nearby stop 14.4 mi away

Tolleson City Hall

Tolleson , AZ
9555 W Van Buren St, Tolleson, AZ 85353, United States
Rating 4.9/5 32 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Phoenix.

BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

4 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

6 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

12 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West
RAIL

Maricopa

43 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gilbert and Tolleson. Straight-line distance: 27.94 mi (44.97 km).

Gilbert

#1 Gilbert

The fifth most populous city in Arizona.

Population257,658
Coordinates33.3528300, -111.7890300
Altitude377
CountryUnited States
Tolleson

#2 Tolleson

City in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

Population7,564
Coordinates33.4500400, -112.2593200
Altitude309
CountryUnited States
Start: Gilbert (-111.78903, 33.35283)
End: Tolleson (-112.25932, 33.45004)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 56 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 09m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.22 gal
4.61 L · about $6.04
Round trip
$12.08
2.44 gal · 9.22 L
Estimated CO2
10.8 kg one way
Round trip: 21.7 kg / 48 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $6.04 $12.08
Mid-grade $5.34 $6.51 $13.02
Premium $5.57 $6.79 $13.58
Diesel $6.37 $7.77 $15.53

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Gilbert and Tolleson. The current time is 01:09:42.

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.