How far is Superior, AZ from Apache Junction, AZ?
The driving distance from Superior, AZ to Apache Junction, AZ is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 08m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 34m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pinal County, Arizona, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Superior and Apache Junction.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Superior and Apache Junction.
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Start on North Magma Avenue
1127 ft · 29 sec · North Magma Avenue
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Take the ramp right toward US-60 West
679 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left onto Phoenix–Globe Highway
27.3 mi · 34 min · Phoenix–Globe Highway
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Continue on Superstition Freeway
1769 ft · 27 sec · Superstition Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Old West Highway
3.6 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto North Apache Trail
35 m · 4 sec · North Apache Trail
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Apache Trail
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Superior and Apache Junction.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Merge slight left onto Phoenix–Globe Highway
27.3 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Superior and Sunny near Apache Junction.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Superior to Apache Junction?
The road trip is about 31.6 miles (50.8 km) and usually takes 00h 34m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gold Camp is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Superior and 15.8 miles from Apache Junction.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.5 miles (44.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:22 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.19 one way or $10.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Superior and Sunny near Apache Junction.
Stop Ideas Near Gold Camp
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 Gold Camp.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Superior and Apache Junction. Straight-line distance: 27.47 mi (44.21 km).
#1 Superior
Town in Pinal County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 3,232 |
| Coordinates | 33.2939500, -111.0962300 |
| Altitude | 866 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Apache Junction
A town in Pinal County, Arizona.
| Population | 43,386 |
| Coordinates | 33.4150500, -111.5495800 |
| Altitude | 525 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Apache Trail (-111.549781, 33.415173)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.67 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
| Mid-grade | $5.03 | $5.59 | $11.18 |
| Premium | $5.36 | $5.95 | $11.91 |
| Diesel | $6.27 | $6.96 | $13.92 |
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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