How far is Tanque Verde, AZ from Goodyear, AZ?
The driving distance from Tanque Verde, AZ to Goodyear, AZ is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 124.6 miles (200.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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 02h 30m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Tanque Verde and Goodyear.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tanque Verde and Goodyear.
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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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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
38.1 mi · 39 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 202 Loop
847 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on AZ 202 Loop West
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
19.6 mi · 23 min · Congressman Ed Pastor Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Buckeye Road
1457 ft · 36 sec
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Continue on South 59th Avenue
534 ft · 11 sec · South 59th Avenue
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Turn left onto West Buckeye Road
8.9 mi · 14 min · West Buckeye Road
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Turn slight right onto South Dysart Road
111 m · 13 sec
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Turn straight onto South Dysart Road
91 m · 10 sec · South Dysart Road
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Turn left onto East Western Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · East Western Avenue
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Turn left onto South Litchfield Road
121 m · 44 sec · South Litchfield Road
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Continue on South Litchfield Road
103 m · 7 sec · South Litchfield Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Litchfield Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Tanque Verde 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.
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 Goodyear.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Tanque Verde to Goodyear?
The road trip is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Arizona City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.6 miles from Tanque Verde and 75.8 miles from Goodyear.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 124.6 miles (200.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 1:30 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.60 one way or $51.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Tanque Verde and Mostly Sunny near Goodyear.
Stop Ideas Near Arizona City
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Casa Grande
Eloy City Hall
Arizona City Plaza
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Arizona City.
Maricopa
Phoenix (Airport), Arizona
Phoenix (Greyhound), Arizona
Tucson
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Tanque Verde and Goodyear. Straight-line distance: 124.66 mi (200.62 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 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: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $25.60 | $51.19 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $27.60 | $55.19 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $28.78 | $57.55 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $32.91 | $65.82 |
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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