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Trip from Taylor, AZ to Tucson, AZ

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 31m

Distance

206.2 mi

332 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$41

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 18m ★
6 AM
4h 32m
8 AM
4h 58m
10 AM
4h 41m
12 PM
4h 38m
3 PM
4h 42m
5 PM
4h 57m
8 PM
4h 24m

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

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town in Navajo County, Arizona, United States

Taylor, AZ

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

Tucson, AZ

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Trip Overview

This 206.2-mile drive from Taylor, AZ, to Tucson, AZ, will take approximately 4 hours and 31 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll navigate primarily on the Globe-Show Low Highway and the Tucson-Globe Highway, with a small portion on North Oracle Road, experiencing a turn-heavy local drive. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $41. Given its duration, this route is best tackled in a single day, allowing you to focus on reaching your destination without needing an overnight stop. Both locations are situated within the Desert Southwest region, so expect consistent arid landscapes.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

103.1 miles from Taylor, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 2m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Globe-Show Low Highway 83.5 mi 1h 35m
Tucson-Globe Highway 76.8 mi 1h 43m
North Oracle Road 14 mi 21m
Show Low-Holbrook Highway 11.4 mi 13m
North Penrod Road 3.5 mi 4m
East Deuce of Clubs 3 mi 6m
North Country Club Road 3 mi 6m
American Avenue 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: Globe-Show Low Highway — 83.5 mi, about 1h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Taylor, AZ and Tucson, AZ.

1

Start on AZ 77

0.4 mi · 52 sec · South Main Street
2

Continue on AZ 77

11 mi · 13 min · Show Low-Holbrook Highway
3

Continue on AZ 77

3.5 mi · 4 min · North Penrod Road
4

Turn right onto US 60; AZ 77

3.0 mi · 6 min · East Deuce of Clubs
5

Continue on US 60; AZ 77

83 mi · 1 hr 35 min · Globe-Show Low Highway
6

Turn sharp left onto US 70; AZ 77

1.2 mi · 1 min · East Ash Street
7

Continue on US 70; AZ 77

0.8 mi · 1 min · Globe-Lordsburg Highway
8

Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 77

61 mi · 1 hr 21 min · Tucson-Globe Highway
9

Continue on AZ 77

2.0 mi · 2 min · American Avenue
10

Continue on AZ 77

16 mi · 21 min · Tucson-Globe Highway
11

Continue on AZ 77

14 mi · 21 min · North Oracle Road
Use the left lane.
12

Turn left onto West Orange Grove Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Orange Grove Road
13

Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

1.9 mi · 3 min · North 1st Avenue
Use the right lane.
14

Turn left onto East River Road

1.2 mi · 2 min · East River Road
15

Turn right onto North Campbell Avenue

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Campbell Avenue
Use the right lane.
16

Turn left onto East Fort Lowell Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Fort Lowell Road
17

Turn right onto North Country Club Road

3.0 mi · 6 min · North Country Club Road
18

Continue on North Country Club Road

182 ft · 15 sec · North Country Club Road
19

Arrive at destination

North Country Club Road

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 31-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Taylor to maximize daylight hours. While it's a single-day trip, planning for one stop can break up the 206.2 miles comfortably. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without services could be up to 83.5 miles. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, being mindful of speed limits and road conditions will be key. The estimated fuel cost of $41 is a good baseline for your budget.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 103.1 miles from Taylor, AZ, or about 2h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 83.5 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 45 miles or 55m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 103.1 miles or 2h 2m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 31m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Taylor, 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 Taylor, AZ

This is one driving day of about 206.2 miles and 4h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Taylor, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Globe-Show Low Highway for about 83.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Globe, AZ

103 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

Cibecue, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Globe, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 103.1 miles from Taylor, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Globe-Show Low Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 83.5 miles.

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.

Besh-Ba-Gowah Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 103.1

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19284250320

Visit website

Besh-Ba-Gowah Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 103.1

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+19284250320

Visit website

Oro Valley Archery Range

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 191.4

Oro Valley, Arizona

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15202295050

Visit website

Arizona History Museum

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 206.2

Tucson, Arizona

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+15206285774

Visit website

Cobre Valley Center for the Arts

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 103.1

Globe, Arizona

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19284250884

Visit website

Western National Parks Association (WNPA) - The National Parks Store

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 191.4

Oro Valley, Arizona

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15206226014

Visit website

Valley of the Moon

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 206.2

Tucson, Arizona

+15203231331

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 7

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.4 and 200.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

4
15.4 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 60; AZ 77 / East Deuce of Clubs

Turn right onto US 60; AZ 77 / East Deuce of Clubs

Navigation decision point

5
101.9 mi into trip | ~2h in | US 70; AZ 77 / East Ash Street

Turn sharp left onto US 70; AZ 77 / East Ash Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

4
103.9 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
197.5 mi into trip | ~4h 13m in | North 1st Avenue

Turn right onto North 1st Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
200.6 mi into trip | ~4h 19m in | North Campbell Avenue

Turn right onto North Campbell Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$41.08 one way

$82.16 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 72 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.36 $43.47 $86.94
premium $5.59 $45.39 $90.78
diesel $5.61 $45.53 $91.05

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$41

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$66–$91

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 61.9 0 $21.65 $9.90
Efficient EV 51.6 0 $18.04 $8.25
EV Truck/SUV 82.5 1 $28.87 $13.20

Gas CO2

72 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Taylor, AZ

Night in Taylor on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

MST

Current temp

62°F

Slight Chance Rain Showers

W 15 mph 17% chance Live forecast

Destination

Tucson, AZ

Night in Tucson on Saturday

Local time

9:18 PM

MST

Current temp

76°F

Sunny

NW 6 to 10 mph 0% chance Live forecast

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

14 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

4h 31m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Saguaro National Park

Saguaro National Park

National Park

Tucson, Arizona is home to the nation's largest cacti. The giant saguaro is the universal symbol of the American west. These majestic plants, found only in a small portion of the United States, are pr...

10 mi from route ~25 min detour $25 near mile 206.2
Park Closure: Red Hills Visitor Center (TMD) theater closed for repairs
View on nps.gov
Tonto National Monument

Tonto National Monument

National Monument

Located within the northern range of the Sonoran Desert lie two cliff dwellings that were occupied from 1300-1450 CE (common era). They represent a vibrant culture consisting of local and immigrant gr...

26 mi from route ~64 min detour $10 near mile 92.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience characterized by frequent turns, indicating a more involved, local road feel rather than a high-speed interstate journey. With a 0% highway share, this route relies entirely on local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 83.5 miles along the Globe-Show Low Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel before the road profile shifts back to its turn-heavy nature. This drive will require your consistent attention as you navigate through varied terrain.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 83.5 mi on Globe-Show Low Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 15.4 miles in near US 60; AZ 77 / East Deuce of Clubs.

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 4h 31m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 60; AZ 77 / East Deuce of Clubs): Navigation decision point; at 101.9 miles (US 70; AZ 77 / East Ash Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 103.9 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

About the Cities

Arriving in Tucson, AZ

Full guide →

Tucson (TOO-sawn), also known as the "Old Pueblo", is the second-largest city in the state of Arizona and the county seat of Pima County in the Sonoran Desert. It is at a higher elevation than nearby Phoenix and is correspondingly cooler. Although with half a million residents it is smaller than the capital city, its cultural life is just as vibrant.

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 4h 31m. Total distance: 206.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 83.5 miles on Globe-Show Low Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: at 15.4 miles (US 60; AZ 77 / East Deuce of Clubs): Navigation decision point; at 101.9 miles (US 70; AZ 77 / East Ash Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 103.9 miles (AZ 77 / Tucson-Globe Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Yes — Saguaro National Park and Tonto National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Tucson, AZ, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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