Eagar, AZ to Tempe, AZ is 211.9 miles and takes about 4 hours 24 minutes via Globe-Show Low Highway and Main Street, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Desert Southwest region, offering a straightforward trip between two points in Arizona. It's primarily a surface road experience, so don't expect continuous high-speed highway cruising. This route is best suited for a single-day trip where you want a direct connection without extensive freeway time.
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
105.9 miles from Eagar, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 7m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Eagar, AZ and Tempe, AZ.
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Start on AZ 260
239 ft·12 sec·West Central Avenue
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.4 mi·2 min·Main Street
3
Continue on South Mountain Avenue
0.2 mi·32 sec·South Mountain Avenue
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Turn left onto US 60; US 180; US 191
44 mi·51 min·Main Street
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Continue on US 60
4.7 mi·9 min·East Deuce of Clubs
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Continue on US 60; AZ 77
83 mi·1 hr 35 min·Globe-Show Low Highway
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Turn right onto US 60
1.1 mi·2 min·East Ash Street
8
Turn right onto South Hill Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·South Hill Street
9
Turn left onto East Oak Street
366 ft·11 sec·East Oak Street
10
Turn right onto North Broad Street
0.5 mi·53 sec·North Broad Street
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Continue on US 60
1.4 mi·2 min·North Broad Street
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Continue on US 60
4.0 mi·7 min·US 60
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Continue on US 60
1.9 mi·3 min·West Live Oak Street
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Continue on US 60
43 mi·55 min·Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
22 mi·25 min·Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit
1.6 mi·2 min
Exit 176BToward AZ 101 Loop NorthUse the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto AZ 101 Loop
0.3 mi·23 sec·Price Freeway
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 53Toward Broadway Road, Apache BoulevardUse the slight right lane.
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Turn straight onto South Price Road
302 ft·7 sec·South Price Road
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Turn left onto East Broadway Road
1.1 mi·2 min·East Broadway Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
21
Turn right onto South McClintock Drive
0.5 mi·57 sec·South McClintock Drive
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Turn left onto US 80 Hist
137 ft·10 sec·East Apache Boulevard
Use the left lane.
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Arrive at destination
US 80 Hist
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 24 minute duration, leaving Eagar in the morning allows ample time to reach Tempe before evening. Since this is a single-day route, you have flexibility with your departure time. Plan for at least one stop along the way, perhaps around the halfway point, to stretch your legs and refuel if needed; the estimated fuel cost is $42. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 83.5-mile stretch on the Globe-Show Low Highway, as services might be more spread out in that section.
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 105.9 miles from Eagar, AZ, or about 2h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.5 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 47 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.9 miles or 2h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tempe, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Eagar, 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 Eagar, AZ
This is one driving day of about 211.9 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Eagar, 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 Globe-Show Low Highway for about 83.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 209.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in|US 60; US 180; US 191 / Main Street
Turn left onto US 60; US 180; US 191 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
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135.2 mi into trip|~2h 42m in|East Oak Street
Turn left onto East Oak Street
Navigation decision point
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207.8 mi into trip|~4h 17m in
Take the exit toward AZ 101 Loop North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 176B
Toward AZ 101 Loop North
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209.8 mi into trip|~4h 20m in
Take the exit toward Broadway Road, Apache Boulevard
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 53
Toward Broadway Road, Apache Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$37.55 one way
$75.10 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$40.21
$80.42
premium
$5.04
$42.06
$84.13
diesel
$4.80
$40.01
$80.02
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.6
0
$22.25
$10.17
Efficient EV
53
0
$18.54
$8.48
EV Truck/SUV
84.8
1
$29.67
$13.56
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Eagar, AZ
Night
in Eagar on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
MST
Current temp
78°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 6 mph79% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:36PM PDT until July 18 at 7:30PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:17PM MST until July 18 at 5:45PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Destination
Tempe, AZ
Night
in Tempe on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
MST
Current temp
95°F
Mostly Sunny
W 5 mph8% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:36PM PDT until July 18 at 7:30PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 18 at 4:17PM MST until July 18 at 5:45PM MST by NWS Flagstaff 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
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
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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...
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 175.4
Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant gr...
22 mi from route
~55 min detour
$10
near mile 146.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 12% of this 211.9-mile drive on highways, with the majority of your time on surface roads. The longest continuous stretch without a major road change is 83.5 miles along the Globe-Show Low Highway. After this, you'll transition to Main Street and the Phoenix–Globe Highway, indicating a shift towards more local traffic and potentially more intersections as you approach your destination. Expect a more rural cruising feel for a significant portion of this trip.
Only 12% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.5 mi on Globe-Show Low Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Main Street.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 24m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 60; US 180; US 191 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 135.2 miles (East Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
Tempe is a city of 180,587 (2020) in the Greater Phoenix area of Arizona, best known as the home of Arizona State University (ASU). Its younger, student-heavy population allows it to offer a vibrant nightlife that is relatively rare in Arizona.
Top landmarks
•Tempe Butte — mountain in United States of America
•Arizona State University Art Museum — art museum in Tempe, Arizona
•Gammage Memorial Auditorium — performing arts center in Tempe, Arizona
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 83.5 miles on Globe-Show Low 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (US 60; US 180; US 191 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 135.2 miles (East Oak Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Tonto National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Tempe, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.
