How far is Three Points, AZ from Gilbert, AZ?
The driving distance from Three Points, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 16m 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 08m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Pinal County, Arizona, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Three Points and Gilbert.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Three Points and Gilbert.
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Start on West Ajo Highway
6.3 mi · 7 min · West Ajo Highway
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Turn left onto South Sandario Road
18.3 mi · 30 min · South Sandario Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward North Sandario Road
29 m · 4 sec · North Sandario Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Sandario Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · North Sandario Road
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Turn left onto West Avra Valley Road
1.6 km · 1 min · West Avra Valley Road
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Turn right onto North Sanders Road
4 mi · 7 min · North Sanders Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Marana Road
2819 ft · 53 sec · West Marana Road
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Continue on Marana Main Street
2724 ft · 1 min · Marana Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward North Sandario Road
58 m · 6 sec · North Sandario Road
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Exit the roundabout onto North Sandario Road
1584 ft · 60 sec · North Sandario Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 10 West: Phoenix
2256 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
36.1 mi · 36 min · Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
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Continue on Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
24.1 mi · 24 min · Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward AZ 587 North: Chandler, Gilbert
1404 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left
5.8 mi · 9 min
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Continue on South Arizona Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · South Arizona Avenue
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Turn right onto East Riggs Road
3 mi · 5 min · East Riggs Road
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Turn left onto South Gilbert Road
9.3 mi · 16 min · South Gilbert Road
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Turn right onto East Cullumber Avenue
133 m · 21 sec · East Cullumber Avenue
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Turn right onto North Elm Street
74 m · 10 sec · North Elm Street
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Turn right
62 m · 15 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Three Points and Gilbert.
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
Merge slight left onto Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
36.1 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Clear leaving Three Points and Clear near Gilbert.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Three Points to Gilbert?
The road trip is about 122.5 miles (197.1 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?
Eloy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 56.4 miles from Three Points and 66.1 miles from Gilbert.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 92.4 miles (148.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM MST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:14 PM MST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.39 one way or $42.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 38.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Three Points and Clear near Gilbert.
Stop Ideas Near Eloy
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 Eloy.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Three Points and Gilbert. Straight-line distance: 92.4 mi (148.7 km).
#1 Three Points
Census designated place in Pima County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 5,581 |
| Coordinates | 32.0767500, -111.3137100 |
| Altitude | 775 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gilbert
The fifth most populous city in Arizona.
| Population | 257,658 |
| Coordinates | 33.3528300, -111.7890300 |
| Altitude | 377 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-111.788735, 33.35291)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 197 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 31m |
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 | $21.39 | $42.78 |
| Mid-grade | $5.34 | $23.06 | $46.12 |
| Premium | $5.57 | $24.05 | $48.09 |
| Diesel | $6.37 | $27.50 | $55.00 |
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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