How far is Tanque Verde, AZ from Casa Grande, AZ?
The driving distance from Tanque Verde, AZ to Casa Grande, AZ is about 80.3 miles (129.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 06m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 33m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tanque Verde and Casa Grande.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tanque Verde and Casa Grande.
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Start on East Tanque Verde Road
7 mi · 13 min · East Tanque Verde Road
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Turn right onto East Grant Road
6.2 mi · 12 min · East Grant Road
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Continue on East Grant Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · East Grant Road
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Turn right onto North Freeway Road
621 ft · 10 sec · North Freeway Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 10 West
1674 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · North Freeway
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Continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
3.7 mi · 4 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
50.7 mi · 51 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 8 West: San Diego
2316 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on Phoenix Bypass Route
3.8 mi · 4 min · Phoenix Bypass Route
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Take the exit slight right toward Trekell Road
1480 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto South Trekell Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · South Trekell Road
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Turn left onto Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
3232 ft · 1 min · Jimmie Kerr Boulevard
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Casa Grande Avenue
9 m · 1 sec · North Casa Grande Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto North Casa Grande Avenue
849 ft · 23 sec · North Casa Grande Avenue
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Continue on East 2nd Street
3187 ft · 2 min · East 2nd Street
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Continue on West Gila Bend Highway
38 m · 24 sec · West Gila Bend Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Gila Bend Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tanque Verde and Casa Grande.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Keep slight left to continue on Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
50.7 mi · 00h 51m
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 Tanque Verde and Mostly Sunny near Casa Grande.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tanque Verde to Casa Grande?
The road trip is about 80.3 miles (129.3 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Avra Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from Tanque Verde and 40.3 miles from Casa Grande.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 73.6 miles (118.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 3:24 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.06 one way or $28.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tanque Verde and Mostly Sunny near Casa Grande.
Stop Ideas Near Avra Valley
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 Avra Valley.
Tucson
Maricopa
Benson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tanque Verde and Casa Grande. Straight-line distance: 73.55 mi (118.36 km).
#1 Tanque Verde
Census-designated place in Pima County, Arizona
| Population | 16,901 |
| Coordinates | 32.2517400, -110.7373100 |
| Altitude | 814 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Casa Grande
The most populous city in Pinal County, Arizona.
| Population | 61,183 |
| Coordinates | 32.8795000, -111.7573500 |
| Altitude | 426 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Pinal Avenue (-111.757373, 32.879483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 129 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 00m |
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 | $4.95 | $14.06 | $28.12 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $15.81 | $31.61 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $18.08 | $36.16 |
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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