Chinle, AZ Road Trips
Drivers starting from Chinle, AZ have 3 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Desert Southwest. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 314 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Chinle, AZ head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
6
Longest Drive
330.7 mi
Scottsdale, AZ
Quickest Drive
5h 23m
Scottsdale, AZ
Plan Around Chinle, AZ
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Chinle, AZ is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Chinle, AZ
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Chinle, AZ
Driving from Chinle, AZ
On average, trips departing from Chinle, AZ run 314 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 10m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 331 miles (6h 35m), while the shortest is just 303 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Chinle, AZ are Scottsdale, AZ (330.7 mi, 5h 23m), Phoenix, AZ (308.8 mi, 6h 35m), and Chandler, AZ (303.1 mi, 6h 31m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in AZ currently averages around $4.95 per gallon. For the typical 314-mile trip from Chinle, AZ, budget about $61 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Chinle, AZ and 3 routes heading into Chinle, AZ, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 303 to 331 miles.
The longest mapped route from Chinle, AZ covers 331 miles and takes approximately 6h 35m. Shorter options start at just 303 miles.
The average route from Chinle, AZ runs about 314 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.95/gallon for regular), the average 314-mile trip from Chinle, AZ costs roughly $61 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Chinle, AZ include Scottsdale, AZ, Phoenix, AZ and Chandler, AZ. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
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