How far is Sun Lakes, AZ from Goodyear, AZ?
The driving distance from Sun Lakes, AZ to Goodyear, AZ is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
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.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
The fifth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sun Lakes and Goodyear.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sun Lakes and Goodyear.
-
1
Start on East Bud Court
44 m · 10 sec · East Bud Court
-
2
Turn left onto South Glenburn Drive
847 ft · 34 sec · South Glenburn Drive
-
3
Turn left onto East Foster Avenue
939 ft · 37 sec · East Foster Avenue
-
4
Turn left onto East Palomino Place
56 m · 8 sec · East Palomino Place
-
5
Turn right onto South Dobson Road
1314 ft · 34 sec · South Dobson Road
-
6
Turn left onto East Riggs Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · East Riggs Road
-
7
Take the ramp right toward I 10 West: Phoenix
2185 ft · 53 sec
-
8
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
-
9
Take the exit slight right toward AZ 202 Loop
847 ft · 14 sec
-
10
Keep slight left to continue on AZ 202 Loop West
1.1 mi · 2 min
-
11
Merge slight left onto Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
19.6 mi · 23 min · Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
-
12
Take the exit slight right toward Buckeye Road
1457 ft · 36 sec
-
13
Continue on South 59th Avenue
534 ft · 11 sec · South 59th Avenue
-
14
Turn left onto West Buckeye Road
8.9 mi · 14 min · West Buckeye Road
-
15
Turn slight right onto South Dysart Road
111 m · 13 sec
-
16
Turn straight onto South Dysart Road
91 m · 10 sec · South Dysart Road
-
17
Turn left onto East Western Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · East Western Avenue
-
18
Turn left onto South Litchfield Road
121 m · 44 sec · South Litchfield Road
-
19
Continue on South Litchfield Road
103 m · 7 sec · South Litchfield Road
-
20
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Litchfield Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sun Lakes and Goodyear.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
Merge slight left onto Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
19.6 mi · 00h 23m
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 Sun Lakes and Sunny near Goodyear.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sun Lakes to Goodyear?
The road trip is about 43.8 miles (70.5 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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 20.2 miles from Sun Lakes and 23.6 miles from Goodyear.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.9 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 4:56 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.67 one way or $15.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sun Lakes and Sunny near Goodyear.
Stop Ideas Near Phoenix
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
The Phoenix Police Museum
Tempe Economic Development
Phoenix City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Phoenix.
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona
Maricopa
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sun Lakes and Goodyear. Straight-line distance: 31.89 mi (51.32 km).
#1 Sun Lakes
Census designated place
| Population | 13,975 |
| Coordinates | 33.2111600, -111.8754200 |
| Altitude | 364 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Goodyear
The most populous city in Maricopa County, Arizona.
| Population | 90,622 |
| Coordinates | 33.4353200, -112.3582100 |
| Altitude | 295 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Yuma Road (-112.358192, 33.435341)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 70 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 32m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.95 | $7.67 | $15.35 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $8.63 | $17.25 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $9.87 | $19.73 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.