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Trip from Globe, AZ to Peoria, AZ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 16m

Distance

101.4 mi

163 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 7m ★
6 AM
2h 16m
8 AM
2h 35m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 34m
8 PM
2h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in and county seat of Gila County, Arizona, United States

Globe, AZ

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city in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States

Peoria, AZ

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Trip Overview

Spanning 101.4 miles across the Desert Southwest, this journey from Globe to Peoria typically takes about 2 hours and 16 minutes behind the wheel. Because the duration is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to complete the transit without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily utilizing the Phoenix–Globe Highway, the Superstition Freeway, and Grand Avenue to complete your transit. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, the trip is quite economical for a solo traveler or a small group. Whether you are heading toward the Phoenix metro area for business or leisure, this route offers a straightforward path between these two Arizona locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

50.7 miles from Globe, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Phoenix–Globe Highway 42.9 mi 55m
Superstition Freeway 27.1 mi 31m
Grand Avenue 11.1 mi 19m
Papago Freeway 5.6 mi 6m
Maricopa Freeway 4.9 mi 5m
US 60 4.5 mi 8m
West Live Oak Street 1.9 mi 3m
North Broad Street 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Phoenix–Globe Highway — 42.9 mi, about 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Globe, AZ and Peoria, AZ.

1

Start on West Cottonwood Street

44 ft · 6 sec · West Cottonwood Street
2

Turn left onto South Broad Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Broad Street
3

Continue on US 60

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Broad Street
4

Continue on US 60

4.0 mi · 7 min · US 60
5

Continue on US 60

1.9 mi · 3 min · West Live Oak Street
6

Continue on US 60

43 mi · 55 min · Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
7

Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist

27 mi · 31 min · Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto US 60

0.6 mi · 38 sec · US 60
Toward I 10 North
9

Merge onto I 10; US 60

4.9 mi · 5 min · Maricopa Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

2.0 mi · 2 min · Papago Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 10

2.7 mi · 3 min · Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Continue on I 10

0.5 mi · 36 sec · Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
13

Continue on I 10

0.9 mi · 1 min · Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 143C Toward 19th Avenue, Grand Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Turn right onto North 19th Avenue

0.3 mi · 35 sec · North 19th Avenue
Use the left / right lanes.
16

Turn slight left onto Grand Avenue

11 mi · 19 min · Grand Avenue
Use the left / slight left lanes.
17

Turn left onto West Jefferson Street

51 ft · 1 sec · West Jefferson Street
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on West Jefferson Street

66 ft · 2 sec · West Jefferson Street
19

Turn right onto North 82nd Avenue

0.1 mi · 35 sec · North 82nd Avenue
20

Turn right onto North 83rd Avenue

77 ft · 2 sec · North 83rd Avenue
21

Arrive at destination

North 83rd Avenue

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable 101.4-mile trek, you have significant flexibility with your departure time, though avoiding rush hour near the Phoenix metropolitan area will make your arrival much smoother. Because the trip takes just over two hours, you can easily complete the drive in one go without the need for forced rest stops. Keep your $20 fuel budget in mind when planning, and ensure your tank is filled before leaving Globe to avoid higher prices along the highway. A smart tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for the Superstition Freeway and Grand Avenue before you start your engine, as these roads are prone to congestion that can extend your travel time significantly.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.7 miles from Globe, AZ, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 42.9 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 22 miles or 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 50.7 miles or 1h 10m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 47m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, AZ than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Globe, 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 Globe, AZ

This is one driving day of about 101.4 miles and 2h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Globe, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Phoenix–Globe Highway for about 42.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Pinal County, Arizona, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Superior, AZ

51 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

Superior, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Apache Junction, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 50.7 miles from Globe, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Cobre Valley Center for the Arts

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19284250884

Visit website

Tyrannostorus

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 72.4

Mesa, Arizona

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+14805974467

Visit website

Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19284250320

Visit website

Boyce Thompson Arboretum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 29

Superior, Arizona

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15206892723

Visit website

Besh-Ba-Gowah Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19284250320

Visit website

Arizona Science Center

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 86.9

Phoenix, Arizona

Hours: 10:30 am–4 pm

+16027162000

Visit website

LEGOLAND Discovery Center Arizona

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 79.6

Tempe, Arizona

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+14805657081

Visit website

Dorrance DOME

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 86.9

Phoenix, Arizona

Hours: 10:30 am–4 pm

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 78 and 89.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
78 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | US 60

Keep slight left at fork onto US 60 toward I 10 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 10 North
6
83.4 mi into trip | ~1h 48m in | 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 slight left lane.
6
85.4 mi into trip | ~1h 50m in | 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
89.5 mi into trip | ~1h 55m in

Take the exit toward 19th Avenue, Grand Avenue

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 143C Toward 19th Avenue, Grand Avenue
6
89.8 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | North 19th Avenue

Turn right onto North 19th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.20 one way

$40.40 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $21.38 $42.76
premium $5.59 $22.32 $44.64
diesel $5.61 $22.39 $44.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 35.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 30.4 0 $10.65 $4.87
Efficient EV 25.4 0 $8.87 $4.06
EV Truck/SUV 40.6 0 $14.20 $6.49

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Globe, AZ

Late night in Globe on Sunday

Local time

12:55 AM

MST

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Peoria, AZ

Late night in Peoria on Sunday

Local time

12:55 AM

MST

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

87°F

Superior, AZ

51 mi in

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

35 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

2h 16m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive offers a mixed-road profile, transitioning from regional highways to busier metropolitan thoroughfares. About 41% of your total mileage is spent on highways, meaning you should prepare for shifting traffic patterns as you move toward the city. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs during the 42.9-mile stretch on the Phoenix–Globe Highway, providing a consistent rhythm before you eventually transition into more urban settings. As you navigate from the desert landscapes into the busier corridors of the valley, the driving environment changes from open road to higher-density traffic. Expect a functional, practical experience that prioritizes efficiency over technical, winding mountain passes.

41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 42.9 mi on Phoenix–Globe Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 78 miles in near US 60.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 101.4 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 78 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 83.4 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.4 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Globe, AZ

Full guide →

Globe is in the Mogollon Rim in Eastern Arizona. Globe was founded in 1875 as a mining town, and still is dependent on mining. The town has many well-preserved buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, and can make a pleasant stop.

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.

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 2h 16m. Total distance: 101.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (41%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 42.9 miles on Phoenix–Globe Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Peoria, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 78 miles (US 60): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 83.4 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.4 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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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