Origin
Cave Creek, AZ
Late night in Cave Creek on Tuesday
Local time
2:48 AM
MST
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cave Creek, AZ to Peoria, 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
45m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cave Creek, AZ
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Peoria, AZ
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Cave Creek and Peoria, this 30.7-mile connection is an efficient way to navigate the Desert Southwest. You can expect a travel time of approximately 45 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of about $6, this route is as budget-friendly as it is convenient. You will travel entirely within Arizona, moving from the high desert feel of Cave Creek toward the more developed suburban landscape of Peoria. Since there are no scheduled stops required, you have the flexibility to make this a simple point-to-point journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Cave Creek Road | 12.3 mi | 21m |
| Agua Fria Freeway | 11.3 mi | 13m |
| Pima Freeway | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Grand Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North 91st Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 83rd Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Cave Creek Road
— 12.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cave Creek, AZ and Peoria, AZ.
1
Start on East Cave Creek Road
12 mi
·
21 min
·
East Cave Creek Road
Use the left lane.
2
Take the ramp
394 ft
·
7 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
this road
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
4
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Pima Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on AZ 101 Loop
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11
Toward 91st Avenue, Grand Avenue, Cactus Road, Surprise
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on North 91st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
North 91st Avenue
8
Turn left onto US 60
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto North 83rd Avenue
229 ft
·
37 sec
·
North 83rd Avenue
10
Continue on North 83rd Avenue
77 ft
·
2 sec
·
North 83rd Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
North 83rd Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.4 miles from Cave Creek, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 12.3 and 30.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
12.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the ramp toward AZ 101 Loop West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward AZ 101 Loop West
5
12.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward 91st Avenue, Grand Avenue, Cactus Road, Surprise
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 11
Toward 91st Avenue, Grand Avenue, Cactus Road,...
4
29.3 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 60 / Grand Avenue
Turn left onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
30.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
North 83rd Avenue
Turn right onto North 83rd Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.12 one way
$12.23 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
| premium | $5.59 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Peoria, AZ
Late night in Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
2:48 AM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 0 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
31 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
45m 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 offers a mixed profile, transitioning between local roads and major thoroughfares. You will spend roughly 51% of your time on the highway, specifically utilizing the Pima Freeway and the Agua Fria Freeway to maintain your pace. The longest uninterrupted segment covers 12.3 miles along East Cave Creek Road, which serves as the primary artery before you merge into the faster flow of the freeway system. Expect the character of the road to shift from the initial local stretches into a more structured, high-speed commute. Overall, it is a straightforward drive that balances surface-level navigation with the efficiency of Arizona’s highway infrastructure.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 12.3 mi on East Cave Creek Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 12.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 45m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: 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 Cave Creek, AZ to Peoria, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Surprise along the way.
Surprise
28.4 mi in
|
~40m
About the Cities
Starting in Cave Creek, AZ
Full guide →Top landmarks
- • Cave Creek Service Station — historic fuel station in Arizona, USA
Arriving in Peoria, AZ
Full guide →Peoria is a city inside of Phoenix, Arizona. Many visitors come to the area during the spring to see their favorite professional baseball team during Spring Training in the Cactus League.
Top landmarks
- • Central School — school building in Peoria, Arizona
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 45m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 12.3 miles on East Cave Creek Road. 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 12.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (AZ 101 Loop / Pima Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 28.4 miles: 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 Peoria, 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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