How far is Lake of the Woods, AZ from Chandler, AZ?
The driving distance from Lake of the Woods, AZ to Chandler, AZ is about 171.6 miles (276.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.8 miles (196 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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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 03h 19m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in and county seat of Gila County, Arizona, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake of the Woods and Chandler.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake of the Woods and Chandler.
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Start on West White Mountain Boulevard
3.1 mi · 5 min · West White Mountain Boulevard
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Continue on South White Mountain Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · South White Mountain Road
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Turn left onto East Woolford
894 ft · 25 sec · East Woolford
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Continue on South Central Avenue
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Central Avenue
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Turn left onto West Whipple Street
1.4 km · 2 min · West Whipple Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Deuce of Clubs
2934 ft · 1 min · West Deuce of Clubs
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Continue on Globe-Show Low Highway
83.5 mi · 1 hr 36 min · Globe-Show Low Highway
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Turn right onto East Ash Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Ash Street
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Turn right onto South Hill Street
1816 ft · 42 sec · South Hill Street
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Turn left onto East Oak Street
112 m · 11 sec · East Oak Street
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Turn right onto North Broad Street
2583 ft · 54 sec · North Broad Street
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Continue on North Broad Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Broad Street
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Continue on US 60
4 mi · 8 min · US 60
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Continue on West Live Oak Street
1.9 mi · 4 min · West Live Oak Street
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Continue on Phoenix–Globe Highway
42.9 mi · 55 min · Phoenix–Globe Highway
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Continue on Superstition Freeway
19.6 mi · 23 min · Superstition Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
2427 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Country Club Drive
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Country Club Drive
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Continue on North Arizona Avenue
4 mi · 7 min · North Arizona Avenue
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Turn left onto East Chandler Boulevard
45 m · 12 sec · East Chandler Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Chandler Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake of the Woods and Chandler.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Globe-Show Low Highway
Continue on Globe-Show Low Highway
83.5 mi · 01h 36m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Lake of the Woods and Clear near Chandler.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake of the Woods to Chandler?
The road trip is about 171.6 miles (276.2 km) and usually takes 03h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Globe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84.6 miles from Lake of the Woods and 87.1 miles from Chandler.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.8 miles (196 km), while the road route adds roughly 49.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:22 AM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.32 one way or $56.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 53.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lake of the Woods and Clear near Chandler.
Stop Ideas Near Globe
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 Globe.
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake of the Woods and Chandler. Straight-line distance: 121.79 mi (196 km).
#1 Lake of the Woods
Located in the White Mountains of eastern Arizona at an elevation of 6,739 feet, this Navajo County community sits within dense pine forests along the Mogollon Rim.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 34.1639300, -109.9895500 |
| Altitude | 2054 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Chandler
The second most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 265,398 |
| Coordinates | 33.3061600, -111.8412500 |
| Altitude | 370 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Chandler Boulevard (-111.841223, 33.306155)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 276 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 08m |
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 | $28.32 | $56.65 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $30.51 | $61.01 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $32.50 | $65.00 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $38.01 | $76.02 |
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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