Origin
Bagdad, AZ
Late night in Bagdad on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
MST
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bagdad, AZ to Gilbert, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 30m
Distance
146.1 mi
235 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 18m
★
6 AM
3h 31m
8 AM
3h 55m
10 AM
3h 39m
12 PM
3h 37m
3 PM
3h 41m
5 PM
3h 54m
8 PM
3h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bagdad, AZ
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Gilbert, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 146.1-mile journey from Bagdad, AZ to Gilbert, AZ is a manageable one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 30 minutes. You'll be navigating a mix of local roads and highways, with about 27% of the drive on major highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is $29, and with only one recommended stop, it's designed for efficiency. This drive offers a practical way to travel within the Desert Southwest region of Arizona. It's a straightforward trip suitable for those looking for a direct connection between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73 miles from Bagdad, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Wickenburg–Kingman Highway | 43.4 mi | 55m |
| Grand Avenue | 26.6 mi | 36m |
| Papago Freeway | 14.9 mi | 17m |
| Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway | 10.9 mi | 19m |
| US 60 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Agua Fria Freeway | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
— 43.4 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bagdad, AZ and Gilbert, AZ.
1
Start on this road
2.1 mi
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13 min
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this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto North Lindahl
0.7 mi
·
2 min
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North Lindahl
3
Continue on Lindahl Road
1.6 mi
·
4 min
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Lindahl Road
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
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Main Street
5
Continue on AZ 96
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Hillside-Bagdad Highway
6
Turn right onto AZ 97
11 mi
·
19 min
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Santa Maria-Bagdad Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
8
Merge onto US 93
27 mi
·
31 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
9
Continue on US 93
0.8 mi
·
54 sec
·
Wickenburg-Kingman Highway
10
Merge onto US 93
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 93
138 ft
·
5 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Enter roundabout onto US 93
139 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Continue on US 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
18
Continue on US 93
104 ft
·
4 sec
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
20
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Wickenburg Way
21
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Wickenburg Way
22
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
23
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
24
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
25
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
20 mi
·
29 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
27
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop South
28
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
30
Merge onto I 10
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
32
Continue on I 10
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Merge onto I 10; US 60
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Take the exit onto US 60
11 mi
·
12 min
·
US 60
Exit 154
Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 182
Toward Gilbert Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Turn right onto South Gilbert Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
South Gilbert Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
38
Turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue
440 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Vaughn Avenue
39
Turn right onto North Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Elm Street
40
Turn right
203 ft
·
14 sec
41
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its 3-hour 30-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day adventure. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for flexibility. Plan for your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel the need to stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 43.4-mile stretch on the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway, as services might be less frequent. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means staying alert and confirming your navigation frequently is key to a smooth arrival in Gilbert.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73 miles from Bagdad, AZ, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 32 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gilbert, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bagdad, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bagdad, AZ
This is one driving day of about 146.1 miles and 3h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Bagdad, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway for about 43.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73 miles from Bagdad, 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 255 decision points cluster between mile 82 and 143.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
82 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
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US 60 / Grand Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
111.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 1B
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
6
126.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 4m in
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I 10 / Papago Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
132.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 11m 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
7
143.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
Take the exit toward Gilbert Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 182
Toward Gilbert Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.10 one way
$58.21 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $30.80 | $61.60 |
| premium | $5.59 | $32.16 | $64.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.26 | $64.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.8 | 0 | $15.34 | $7.01 |
| Efficient EV | 36.5 | 0 | $12.78 | $5.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.4 | 0 | $20.45 | $9.35 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (67% 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
Gilbert, AZ
Late night in Gilbert on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
17 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
3h 30m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Casa Grande Ruins National Monument
National Monument
An Ancestral Sonoran Desert People's farming community and "Great House" are preserved at Casa Grande Ruins. Whether a gathering place for people or simply a waypoint marker in an extensive system of...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
Free
near mile 146.1
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of this route, meaning you'll be making frequent turns as you navigate through various towns and local stretches. While 27% of the drive is on major highways, the longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 43.4 miles along the Wickenburg–Kingman Highway. You'll likely experience a changing road profile, moving from more built-up areas to potentially more open highway sections before reaching your destination. This blend requires your attention, especially during the local driving portions.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 43.4 mi on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 82 miles in near US 60 / Grand Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 146.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 82 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.6 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Bagdad, AZ to Gilbert, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
132.7 mi in
|
~3h 11m
|
via US 60
About the Cities
Arriving in Gilbert, AZ
Full guide →Gilbert is in the southeast valley of the Greater Phoenix region of Arizona. With a population of 270,000 (2021 est.) it is the largest town in the US. people. Once a railway town and the "Hay Capital of the World", Gilbert is now a diverse suburban center, retaining its agricultural and railroad history and celebrating its "small town" feel.
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 3h 30m. Total distance: 146.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 43.4 miles on Wickenburg–Kingman Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Gilbert, AZ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 82 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 111.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 126.6 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Casa Grande Ruins National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Gilbert, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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