Origin
Anthem, AZ
Morning in Anthem on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 AM
MST
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Anthem, AZ to Chandler, AZ
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
53.9 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Anthem, AZ
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Chandler, AZ
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Trip Overview
Embarking on a journey from Anthem, AZ, to Chandler, AZ, covers 53.9 miles and is estimated to take about 1 hour and 7 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. The route primarily utilizes the Black Canyon Freeway, Maricopa Freeway, and US 60, offering an 82% highway experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this is an economical option for exploring more of the Desert Southwest. The straightforward nature of this drive makes it a convenient option for getting from one point to another within Arizona.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Black Canyon Freeway | 27.9 mi | 32m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 8.8 mi | 10m |
| US 60 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| North Arizona Avenue | 4 mi | 6m |
| North Black Canyon Highway | 2.8 mi | 2m |
| South Country Club Drive | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 41st Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Anthem Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Black Canyon Freeway
— 27.9 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Anthem, AZ and Chandler, AZ.
1
Start on this road
241 ft
·
19 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
78 ft
·
7 sec
3
Turn right onto North 41st Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 41st Drive
4
Turn right onto West Anthem Way
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
West Anthem Way
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 17 South: Phoenix
6
Merge onto I 17
2.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on I 17
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 17; US 60
8.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 60
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
US 60
Exit 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 179
Toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto AZ 87
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Country Club Drive
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on AZ 87
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
North Arizona Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto East Chandler Boulevard
149 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Chandler Boulevard
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
East Chandler Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27 miles from Anthem, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 48.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West Anthem Way
Turn right onto West Anthem Way
Navigation decision point
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 17 / North Black Canyon Highway
Merge onto I 17 / North Black Canyon Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
40.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
US 60
Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
8
48 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 179
Toward AZ 87: Country Club Drive, Chandler
5
48.4 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
AZ 87 / South Country Club Drive
Turn right onto AZ 87 / South Country Club Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.74 one way
$21.48 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $11.36 | $22.73 |
| premium | $5.59 | $11.86 | $23.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.90 | $23.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.55 | $3.45 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Chandler, AZ
Morning in Chandler on Tuesday
Local time
8:51 AM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Partly Sunny
S 0 to 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 16 at 3:13AM PDT until April 17 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
36 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, designed for efficient travel between two points in Arizona. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on freeways, with 82% of the journey on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.9 miles on the Black Canyon Freeway, offering a consistent pace. While there are no designated stops, the focus is on covering ground smoothly and directly. Expect a consistent driving environment as you transition through the Desert Southwest landscape.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.9 mi on Black Canyon Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Black Canyon Freeway and Maricopa Freeway. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Anthem Way.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.9 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Anthem Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 17 / North Black Canyon Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles (US 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Anthem, AZ to Chandler, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
40.4 mi in
|
~47m
|
via US 60
About the Cities
Arriving in Chandler, AZ
Full guide →Founded 1912
Chandler is a city in Arizona, and a medium-sized suburb of Phoenix with over 240,000 residents. It is a delightful place to visit.
Top landmarks
- • McCullough-Price House — 1938 pueblo revival home in Chandler, Arizona
- • San Marcos Hotel — Historic place in Chandler, Ariona
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 53.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.9 miles on Black Canyon Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Anthem Way): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (I 17 / North Black Canyon Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.4 miles (US 60): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chandler, AZ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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