How far is Surprise, AZ from Casa Grande, AZ?

The driving distance from Surprise, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 37m 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
74.32 mi
01h 18m
Flight
61.65 mi
99.21 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
61.65 mi
Kilometers
99.21 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
74.32 mi
Kilometers
119.6 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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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 01h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Casa Grande
Fri, Apr 17, 8:24 AM MST
Return by in Surprise
Fri, Apr 17, 9:43 AM MST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Surprise
2026-04-17T07:05
Arrive Casa Grande
Fri, Apr 17, 8:24 AM MST
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:19 AM to 11:19 AM MST

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

Leave by
3:52 PM MST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Surprise
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
Guadalupe
AZ

Town in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

From Surprise
37.5 mi
00h 39m
To Casa Grande
36.8 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
85°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 15 mph W
Destination
82°F
Friday

Sunny

Starts
Fri, Apr 17 6:00 AM MST
Wind
5 to 15 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Surprise and Casa Grande.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Surprise and Casa Grande.

  1. 1

    Start on North Nash Street

    1464 ft · 52 sec · North Nash Street

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Santa Fe Drive

    1322 ft · 35 sec · West Santa Fe Drive

  3. 3

    Turn right onto West Greenway Road

    66 m · 7 sec · West Greenway Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Grand Avenue

    4.6 mi · 8 min · Grand Avenue

  5. 5

    Take the exit right toward AZ 101 Loop South

    1947 ft · 47 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Agua Fria Freeway

    8.9 mi · 10 min · Agua Fria Freeway

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on I 10 East: Phoenix

    1.3 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Papago Freeway

    10.4 mi · 12 min · Papago Freeway

  9. 9

    Continue on Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel

    2704 ft · 35 sec · Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel

  10. 10

    Continue on Papago Freeway

    3.2 mi · 4 min · Papago Freeway

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on Papago Freeway

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Papago Freeway

  12. 12

    Merge slight right onto Maricopa Freeway

    12.3 mi · 14 min · Maricopa Freeway

  13. 13

    Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

    23.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

  14. 14

    Take the exit slight right toward AZ 187, AZ 387: Casa Grande, Coolidge

    1721 ft · 33 sec

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on AZ 387 South: Casa Grande, Casa Grande Airport

    653 ft · 16 sec

  16. 16

    Turn straight onto State Route 387

    2035 ft · 39 sec · State Route 387

  17. 17

    Continue on North Pinal Avenue

    7.9 mi · 13 min · North Pinal Avenue

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Gila Bend Highway

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Surprise and Casa Grande.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
18 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
3 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
23.1 mi · 31%
Papago Freeway
14.9 mi · 20%
Maricopa Freeway
12.3 mi · 17%
Agua Fria Freeway
8.94 mi · 12%
North Pinal Avenue
7.93 mi · 11%
Grand Avenue
4.61 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway

23.1 mi · 00h 24m

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
01h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.7 mi
61.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Guadalupe
00h 39m from Surprise
Leave By
3:52 PM MST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Surprise and Sunny near Casa Grande.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Surprise to Casa Grande?

The road trip is about 74.3 miles (119.6 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?

Guadalupe is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.5 miles from Surprise and 36.8 miles from Casa Grande.

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

The direct path is about 61.6 miles (99.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 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 3:52 PM MST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.97 one way or $25.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Surprise and Sunny near Casa Grande.

Stop Ideas Near Guadalupe

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 Guadalupe and the surrounding midpoint area.
Mastro's City Hall
Food stop 9.5 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 8.3 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 4.3 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
Tempe City Hall
Nearby stop 4.3 mi away

Tempe City Hall

Tempe , AZ
31 E 5th St, Tempe, AZ 85281, United States
Rating 4.3/5 16 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

BUS

Phoenix (Airport), Arizona

9 mi away
3400 East Sky Harbor Blvd.
BUS

Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona

10 mi away
2115 East Buckeye Road
BUS

Phoenix (Metro Center Transit Station), Arizona

25 mi away
9617 North Metro Parkway West
RAIL

Maricopa

36 mi away
19427 N. John Wayne Parkway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Surprise and Casa Grande. Straight-line distance: 61.65 mi (99.21 km).

Surprise

#1 Surprise

The seventh most populous city in Arizona.

Population147,965
Coordinates33.6305900, -112.3332200
Altitude358
CountryUnited States
Casa Grande

#2 Casa Grande

The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.

Population61,183
Coordinates32.8795000, -111.7573500
Altitude426
CountryUnited States
Start: North Nash Street (-112.333438, 33.630589)
End: North Pinal Avenue (-111.757373, 32.879483)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 120 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 29m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 03m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 55m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.62 gal
9.93 L · about $12.97
Round trip
$25.94
5.24 gal · 19.86 L
Estimated CO2
23.3 kg one way
Round trip: 46.6 kg / 103 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.95 $12.97 $25.94
Mid-grade $5.34 $13.99 $27.97
Premium $5.57 $14.58 $29.17
Diesel $6.37 $16.68 $33.36

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 17, 2026

There is no time difference between Surprise and Casa Grande. The current time is 07:05:44.

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.