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Trip from Dolan Springs, AZ to Tucson, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 41m
Distance
340.8 mi
549 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$68
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 30m
★
6 AM
6h 42m
8 AM
7h 5m
10 AM
6h 50m
12 PM
6h 48m
3 PM
6h 51m
5 PM
7h 4m
8 PM
6h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dolan Springs, AZ
Hans D.
Tucson, AZ
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Trip Overview
Embark on a 346.6-mile journey from Dolan Springs, Arizona, to Tucson, Arizona, with an estimated drive time of 5 hours and 39 minutes. This route, primarily on local roads with no highway share, is best tackled in a single day, making it a feasible option for a day trip. You can expect to spend around $69 on fuel for this adventure through the Desert Southwest. The drive offers a turn-heavy local experience, requiring your attention throughout the trip. With only one recommended stop, this trip is straightforward and manageable.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
170.4 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 25m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 93 | 91.1 mi | 1h 46m |
| Casa Grande-Tucson Highway | 54.6 mi | 55m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 37.8 mi | 38m |
| Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway | 27.3 mi | 31m |
| Grand Avenue | 26.6 mi | 36m |
| Purple Heart Trail | 22.1 mi | 22m |
| Wickenburg–Kingman Highway | 16.3 mi | 24m |
| Papago Freeway | 14.9 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
US 93
— 91.1 mi, about 1h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dolan Springs, AZ and Tucson, AZ.
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Start on Tom White Drive
351 ft
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16 sec
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Tom White Drive
2
Turn right onto CR 25
6.1 mi
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9 min
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Pierce Ferry Road
3
Turn left onto US 93
27 mi
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31 min
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Hoover Dam–Kingman Highway
4
Continue on US 93
2.0 mi
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3 min
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West Beale Street
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto US 93
0.3 mi
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37 sec
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US 93
Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 40; US 93
22 mi
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22 min
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Purple Heart Trail
7
Take the exit onto US 93
91 mi
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1 hr 46 min
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US 93
Exit 71
Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto US 93
11 mi
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12 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.6 mi
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1 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
10
Enter roundabout onto US 93
138 ft
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5 sec
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
11
Continue on US 93
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
12
Enter roundabout onto US 93
139 ft
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4 sec
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
13
Continue on US 93
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.9 mi
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1 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
0.5 mi
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1 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
16
Continue on US 93
104 ft
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4 sec
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 93
1.2 mi
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2 min
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Wickenburg–Kingman Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto US 60
201 ft
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8 sec
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East Wickenburg Way
19
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi
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2 min
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East Wickenburg Way
20
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi
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10 min
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Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
21
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi
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5 min
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Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi
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1 min
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Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
23
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi
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1 min
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Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
20 mi
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29 min
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Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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47 sec
Toward AZ 101 Loop South
26
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
8.9 mi
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10 min
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Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1B
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
28
Merge onto I 10
10 mi
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12 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Continue on I 10
0.5 mi
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35 sec
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Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
30
Continue on I 10
3.2 mi
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3 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
1.2 mi
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1 min
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Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32
Merge onto I 10; US 60
12 mi
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14 min
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Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Continue on I 10
38 mi
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38 min
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Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Continue on I 10
55 mi
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55 min
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Casa Grande-Tucson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
35
Continue on I 10
3.6 mi
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4 min
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North Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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44 sec
Exit 258
Toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
37
Turn straight onto North Freeway Road
159 ft
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4 sec
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North Freeway Road
38
Turn left onto West Congress Street
0.3 mi
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56 sec
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West Congress Street
39
Continue on West Broadway Boulevard
2.9 mi
·
6 min
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West Broadway Boulevard
Use the left / straight lanes.
40
Turn left onto North Country Club Road
131 ft
·
8 sec
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North Country Club Road
41
Arrive at destination
North Country Club Road
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour and 39-minute drive covering 346.6 miles, consider an early morning departure from Dolan Springs to maximize your daylight hours. With a fuel cost estimated at $69, ensure your tank is full before you leave, as the turn-heavy nature of the route means fuel stops might be less frequent than on a highway drive. Given the profile, plan for your single recommended stop to be a good opportunity to stretch your legs and grab a quick refreshment. This route offers flexibility due to its single-day feasibility, allowing you to set your own pace.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 170.4 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ, or about 3h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.1 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 75 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 170.4 miles or 3h 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tucson, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dolan Springs, 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 Dolan Springs, AZ
This is one driving day of about 340.8 miles and 6h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 75 miles from Dolan Springs, 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 US 93 for about 91.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
170 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 75 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 170.4 miles from Dolan Springs, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 93 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Sacaton Rest Area
0 mi from route
Rest Area
0 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Vehicle Inspection Station AZDOT
0.1 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Petro Stopping Centers
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Sacaton Rest Area
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Xpress Fuel Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Pride Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Danny's Big Rig Resort
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.5 mi from route
QuikTrip
0.7 mi from route
Service Plaza
1 mi from route
QuikTrip
1.7 mi from route
Rest Area
1.8 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.5 mi from route
Villago Park
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 267.8
Casa Grande, Arizona
Hours: 5 am–11 pm
+15204218600
Visit websiteArizona History Museum
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
mile 340.8
Tucson, Arizona
Hours: 10 am–3 pm
+15206285774
Visit websiteValley of the Moon
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~9 min detour
3.7 mi from route
~9 min detour
mile 340.8
Tucson, Arizona
+15203231331
Visit websiteEnchanted Island Amusement Park
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour
4.2 mi from route
~11 min detour
mile 219.1
Phoenix, Arizona
Hours: 11 am–4 pm
+16022541200
Visit websiteSky Zone Trampoline Park
4.3
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour
5 mi from route
~12 min detour
mile 219.1
Phoenix, Arizona
Hours: 2–9 pm
+16234015867
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 35.4 and 337.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
35.4 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 93
Turn left onto US 93 toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward US 93, I 40, I 11 Future: Flagstaff, Pho...
8
57.8 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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US 93
Take the exit onto US 93 toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Exit 71
Toward US 93 South: Wickenburg, Phoenix
6
183 mi into trip
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~3h 40m 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
212.6 mi into trip
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~4h 21m 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
8
337.1 mi into trip
|
~6h 32m in
Take the exit toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
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 258
Toward Congress Street, Broadway Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$67.89 one way
$135.78 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
119 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $71.85 | $143.70 |
| premium | $5.59 | $75.02 | $150.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $75.24 | $150.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 119.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 102.2 | 1 | $35.78 | $16.36 |
| Efficient EV | 85.2 | 0 | $29.82 | $13.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 136.3 | 1 | $47.71 | $21.81 |
Gas CO2
119 kg
EV CO2
40 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Origin
Dolan Springs, AZ
Evening in Dolan Springs on Saturday
Local time
6:10 PM
MST
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Tucson, AZ
Evening in Tucson on Saturday
Local time
6:10 PM
MST
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
ESE 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 12:22PM MST until April 19 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 18 at 12:22PM MST until April 19 at 1:00PM MST by NWS Tucson AZ
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
12 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
6h 41m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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.
Saguaro National Park
National Park
Tucson, Arizona is home to the nation's largest cacti. The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the United States, are pr...
10 mi from route
~25 min detour
$25
near mile 340.8
View on nps.gov
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...
11 mi from route
~26 min detour
Free
near mile 270.3
View on nps.gov
Lake Mead National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Experience outdoor thrills, striking landscapes, and brilliant blue waters. This year-round recreation area spreads across 1.5 million acres of mountains, canyons, valleys and two vast reservoirs. Vis...
26 mi from route
~65 min detour
$25
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a turn-heavy local drive, indicated by a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating a series of local roads for the entire 346.6 miles, so expect a more engaging driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch listed, the profile suggests a drive that will keep you actively involved with frequent adjustments. The nature of local roads means you'll likely encounter varying speed limits and road conditions as you make your way across the state.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 91.1 mi on US 93.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.4 miles in near US 93.
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 21 significant decision points across 340.8 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 35.4 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): 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 Dolan Springs, AZ to Tucson, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Phoenix along the way.
Phoenix
35.4 mi in
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~44m
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via US 93
About the Cities
Arriving in Tucson, AZ
Full guide →Tucson (TOO-sawn), also known as the "Old Pueblo", is the second-largest city in the state of Arizona and the county seat of Pima County in the Sonoran Desert. It is at a higher elevation than nearby Phoenix and is correspondingly cooler. Although with half a million residents it is smaller than the capital city, its cultural life is just as vibrant.
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 6h 41m. Total distance: 340.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 41m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 91.1 miles on US 93. 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 Tucson, 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 35.4 miles (US 93): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.8 miles (US 93): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Saguaro National Park, Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Lake Mead National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.7 hours each way, a round trip means 13.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Tucson, AZ before the return drive.
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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