Origin
Goodyear, AZ
Night in Goodyear on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goodyear, AZ to Anthem, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
43.1 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goodyear, AZ
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Anthem, AZ
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Trip Overview
Goodyear to Anthem is 43.1 miles and takes about 54 minutes via Agua Fria Freeway, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Arizona's Desert Southwest region, offering a relatively quick transit between two suburban hubs. It's primarily a highway-focused journey, making it a straightforward option for a short trip. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover a modest distance without significant detours or complex navigation.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Agua Fria Freeway | 20.5 mi | 23m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 12.5 mi | 13m |
| Papago Freeway | 4.2 mi | 4m |
| South Litchfield Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North 41st Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Anthem Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Agua Fria Freeway
— 20.5 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goodyear, AZ and Anthem, AZ.
1
Start on South Litchfield Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Litchfield Road
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 10
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 133B
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on AZ 101 Loop
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Exit 23
Toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
10
Merge onto I 17
13 mi
·
13 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 229
Toward Anthem Way
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto West Anthem Way
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Anthem Way
13
Turn slight left
291 ft
·
16 sec
14
Turn left onto North 41st Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North 41st Drive
15
Turn left
78 ft
·
6 sec
16
Turn right
241 ft
·
17 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 miles from Goodyear, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 1.5 and 42 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 East: Phoenix
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 10 East: Phoenix
6
6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 133B
8
27.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoenix
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 23
Toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoen...
8
27.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 17 North, I 17 South: Flagstaff, Phoen...
7
42 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Anthem Way
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 229
Toward Anthem Way
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.59 one way
$17.17 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $9.09 | $18.17 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.49 | $18.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.52 | $19.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
Anthem, AZ
Night in Anthem on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
MST
Current temp
59°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
29 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
54m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 86% of your journey, mostly along the Agua Fria Freeway, Black Canyon Freeway, and Papago Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 20.5 miles on the Agua Fria Freeway. This portion of the drive is characterized by consistent highway speeds and minimal interruption. As you progress, the route largely maintains its freeway character, facilitating a smooth and predictable travel experience.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.5 mi on Agua Fria Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Agua Fria Freeway and Black Canyon Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 43.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 54m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 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 Goodyear, AZ to Anthem, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Phoenix along the way.
Phoenix
27.6 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 43.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.5 miles on Agua Fria Freeway. 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 Anthem, AZ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 1.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 27.6 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 Anthem, 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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