Origin
Gold Camp, AZ
Night in Gold Camp on Saturday
Local time
10:58 PM
MST
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gold Camp, 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
58m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gold Camp, AZ
Jan Kopřiva
Gilbert, AZ
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Trip Overview
This 39.2-mile journey from Gold Camp to Gilbert, Arizona, is a straightforward one-day trip, estimated to take about 58 minutes. With a fuel cost around $8, it's an economical option for a short excursion within the Desert Southwest region. The route primarily utilizes the Superstition Freeway and Phoenix–Globe Highway, offering a mixed driving experience. It’s a convenient drive that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it ideal for a quick local adventure or commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Superstition Freeway | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 14.7 mi | 18m |
| North Queen Valley Road | 3 mi | 7m |
| South Gilbert Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Queen Anne Drive | 0.9 mi | 3m |
| East Queen Valley Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Diane Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Elm Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Superstition Freeway
— 16.7 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gold Camp, AZ and Gilbert, AZ.
1
Start on West Kirk Drive
187 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Kirk Drive
2
Turn left onto North Sharon Drive
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North Sharon Drive
3
Turn right onto East Lynn Way
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
East Lynn Way
4
Turn right onto East Diane Drive
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Diane Drive
5
Continue on North Jacque Drive
519 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Jacque Drive
6
At end of road, turn right onto East Queen Valley Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Queen Valley Drive
7
Turn right onto North Queen Anne Drive
0.9 mi
·
3 min
·
North Queen Anne Drive
8
Continue on North Queen Valley Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
North Queen Valley Road
9
Turn right onto US 60
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist
17 mi
·
19 min
·
Superstition Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 182
Toward Gilbert Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto South Gilbert Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
South Gilbert Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto East Vaughn Avenue
440 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Vaughn Avenue
14
Turn right onto North Elm Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Elm Street
15
Turn right
203 ft
·
14 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Gold Camp, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North Sharon Drive
Turn left onto North Sharon Drive
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Lynn Way
Turn right onto East Lynn Way
Navigation decision point
6
5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Turn right onto US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
36.3 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward Gilbert Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 182
Toward Gilbert Road
5
39 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
North Elm Street
Turn right onto North Elm Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.81 one way
$15.62 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.26 | $16.53 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.63 | $17.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Gilbert, AZ
Night in Gilbert on Saturday
Local time
10:58 PM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
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
30 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
58m 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 presents a mixed profile, with 42% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced travel, including a notable 16.7-mile segment on the Superstition Freeway. The route incorporates both freeway driving and more localized roads like Phoenix–Globe Highway and North Queen Valley Road, suggesting a shift in speed and road type as you progress. Expect a varied driving experience that balances efficiency with more community-oriented road segments.
42% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.7 mi on Superstition Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Sharon Drive.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.2 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Sharon Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Lynn Way): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
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 58m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (42%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.7 miles on Superstition Freeway. 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: near the start (North Sharon Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Lynn Way): Navigation decision point; at 5 miles (US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Casa Grande Ruins National Monument and Tonto National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gilbert, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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