Origin
Sacaton, AZ
Late night in Sacaton on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
MST
Current temp
90°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sacaton, AZ to Superior, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
54.5 mi
88 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sacaton, AZ
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Superior, AZ
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Sacaton to Superior covers 54.5 miles of the Desert Southwest, typically taking about 1 hour and 16 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, this route functions perfectly as a single-day trip, leaving you no need to worry about overnight accommodations. You will navigate primarily via East Sacaton Road, I-10, and the Florence-Coolidge Highway. Budgeting approximately $11 for fuel should comfortably cover your transit between these two points. Since you remain within the same desert region for the duration of the trip, you can expect a consistent environment throughout your journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Pinal Parkway | 15.6 mi | 19m |
| Phoenix–Globe Highway | 14 mi | 16m |
| Junction I-10-Mesa Highway | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| Florence-Coolidge Highway | 8.1 mi | 11m |
| East Sacaton Road | 2.7 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Butte Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Magma Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Pinal Parkway
— 15.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sacaton, AZ and Superior, AZ.
1
Start on South Main Street
72 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto East Sacaton Road
2.7 mi
·
6 min
·
East Sacaton Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto AZ 87
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Junction I-10-Mesa Highway
4
Continue on AZ 287
8.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Florence-Coolidge Highway
5
Enter roundabout onto AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
187 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
7
Turn right onto AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Butte Avenue
8
Turn left onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist
16 mi
·
19 min
·
North Pinal Parkway
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on AZ 79; US 80 Hist
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Oracle Junction–Florence Highway
10
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 60 East: Superior, Globe
11
Merge onto US 60
14 mi
·
16 min
·
Phoenix–Globe Highway
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Toward Kearny, Winkelman
13
Turn left onto AZ 177
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
South Magma Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
North Magma Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.3 miles from Sacaton, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 22.4 and 54.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
22.4 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist / South Main Street
Enter roundabout onto AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist / South Main Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
23.8 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
AZ 79; US 80 Hist / North Pinal Parkway
Turn left onto AZ 79; US 80 Hist / North Pinal Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
39.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the ramp toward US 60 East: Superior, Globe
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 60 East: Superior, Globe
5
40.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Merge onto US 60 / Phoenix–Globe Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
54.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Kearny, Winkelman
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Kearny, Winkelman
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.86 one way
$21.71 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $11.49 | $22.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $12.00 | $23.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.72 | $2.62 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.63 | $3.49 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Superior, AZ
Late night in Superior on Sunday
Local time
12:47 AM
MST
Current temp
87°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
3 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
1h 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. With 0% highway share, this route relies entirely on local roads and highways, shifting away from the high-speed, straight-line travel found on major interstates. The route demands your full attention as you navigate the turns that define its character. You will find that the road surface and traffic patterns change as you transition between the local stretches, requiring you to remain alert throughout the 1-hour and 16-minute transit time.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.6 mi on North Pinal Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 22.4 miles in near AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 22.4 miles (AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist / South Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles (AZ 79; US 80 Hist / North Pinal Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: 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 Sacaton, AZ to Superior, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.
Globe
39.5 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 54.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.6 miles on North Pinal Parkway. 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: at 22.4 miles (AZ 79 Bus; US 80 Hist / South Main Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 23.8 miles (AZ 79; US 80 Hist / North Pinal Parkway): Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Superior, 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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