Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 57m
Distance
140 mi
225 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mammoth, AZ
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Peoria, AZ
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This 140-mile drive from Mammoth to Peoria, Arizona, is a manageable one-day trip, taking just under 3 hours to complete. You'll primarily travel on Pinal Pioneer Parkway, Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway, and Tucson-Globe Highway, experiencing a mixed driving profile. With an estimated fuel cost of $28, this route offers an economical journey across the Desert Southwest region. Given its relatively short duration, it's well-suited for a single-day adventure without the need for an overnight stop, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
70 miles from Mammoth, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 29m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Pinal Pioneer Parkway | 35.9 mi | 41m |
| Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway | 23.2 mi | 23m |
| Tucson-Globe Highway | 20.3 mi | 28m |
| Maricopa Freeway | 12 mi | 13m |
| Grand Avenue | 11.1 mi | 19m |
| Florence-Coolidge Highway | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| Casa Grande-I-10-Coolidge Highway | 7 mi | 9m |
| Junction I-10-Mesa Highway | 7 mi | 8m |
Step-by-step road directions between Mammoth, AZ and Peoria, AZ.
Start on North Main Street
Turn left onto East Galiuro Street
At end of road, turn left onto AZ 77
Continue on AZ 77
Continue on AZ 77
Turn right onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist
Continue on AZ 79; US 80 Hist
Continue on AZ 79; US 80 Hist
Turn left onto AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
Enter roundabout onto AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
Continue on AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
Enter roundabout onto AZ 287
Continue on AZ 287
Continue on AZ 87
Turn left onto AZ 387
At end of road, turn left onto AZ 387
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10
Continue on I 10
Continue on I 10
Take the exit
Turn right onto North 19th Avenue
Turn slight left onto Grand Avenue
Turn left onto West Jefferson Street
Continue on West Jefferson Street
Turn right onto North 82nd Avenue
Turn right onto North 83rd Avenue
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour and 57-minute drive, leaving in the morning is advisable to maximize your daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic entering Peoria. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the $28 estimated cost is based on current averages. A specific tip for this route: be aware that the Pinal Pioneer Parkway can feel quite remote in stretches, so ensure you have essentials before departing Mammoth, especially if you plan to bypass any planned stops.
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.
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 31 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70 miles or 1h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Peoria, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Mammoth, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Mammoth, AZ
This is one driving day of about 140 miles and 2h 57m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
70 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.
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 70 miles from Mammoth, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 22.6 and 128.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
Turn right onto North 19th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$27.89 one way
$55.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $29.52 | $59.03 |
| premium | $5.59 | $30.82 | $61.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.91 | $61.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42 | 0 | $14.70 | $6.72 |
| Efficient EV | 35 | 0 | $12.25 | $5.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56 | 0 | $19.60 | $8.96 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Mammoth on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
MST
Current temp
76°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Peoria on Tuesday
Local time
3:56 AM
MST
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
58°F
Florence, AZ
70 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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The character of this drive is a blend of highway cruising and local road navigation. With 52% of the journey on highways, you'll experience periods of faster travel, interspersed with stretches on more varied terrain. The longest uninterrupted segment you'll encounter is 35.9 miles on the Pinal Pioneer Parkway, offering a sustained period on this particular roadway. Expect the drive to evolve as you progress, shifting from the initial parkway feel to different highway and local road conditions as you approach the Phoenix metropolitan area.
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 22.6 miles in near AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 140 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 22.6 miles (AZ 79; US 80 Hist / State Route 79): Lane positioning matters here; at 122.1 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Founded 1872
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.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 140 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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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