Origin
Buckeye, AZ
Afternoon in Buckeye on Sunday
Local time
2:55 PM
MST
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ
Drive Time
44m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buckeye, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Glendale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Buckeye to Glendale covers 39.2 miles of the Desert Southwest, making for a quick 44-minute transit between these Arizona cities. Since this is a short journey, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip and does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via North 1st Street, South Miller Road, and I-10 East to reach your destination. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, this is an economical way to move through the region. It is a straightforward connection that serves as a practical link for local commuters or travelers moving across the valley.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.6 miles from Buckeye, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a mindless highway cruise, as this route emphasizes surface streets over long interstate stretches. You will not find any significant highway-only segments here, as the highway share is 0 percent. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on North 1st Street, meaning you should be prepared for frequent stops and navigation adjustments. The personality of this drive is dictated by local traffic patterns, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various roads. It is a functional, stop-and-go experience that keeps you engaged with the local infrastructure throughout the entire 39.2-mile distance.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North 1st Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Miller Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 10 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Papago Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Agua Fria Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Glendale Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Glendale Avenue East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North 1st Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckeye, AZ and Glendale, AZ.
1
Start on East Monroe Avenue
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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East Monroe Avenue
2
Turn right onto North 1st Street
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
North 1st Street
3
Continue on South Miller Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
South Miller Road
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 10 East: Phoenix
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 10 East: Phoenix
5
Merge slight left onto Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway
6
Continue on Papago Freeway
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Papago Freeway
7
Take the exit slight right
1.0 mi
·
1 min
8
Continue on Agua Fria Freeway
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Agua Fria Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Glendale Avenue
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
·
Glendale Avenue
10
Keep slight right to continue on Glendale Avenue East, Glendale Sports Facilities
361 ft
·
6 sec
·
Glendale Avenue East, Glendale Sports Facilities
11
Turn straight onto West Glendale Avenue
4.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Glendale Avenue
12
Turn right onto North 58th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North 58th Avenue
13
Continue on West Lamar Road
367 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Lamar Road
14
Turn right onto North 57th Drive
312 ft
·
15 sec
·
North 57th Drive
15
Turn right onto Grand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Grand Avenue
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 44-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing stops for a trip of this length, though keeping an eye on your local fuel levels is wise given the $8 estimated cost. Since the route relies heavily on local roads like North 1st Street and South Miller Road, stay alert for changing traffic signals and intersections that define this turn-heavy path. Taking advantage of off-peak hours can help you avoid the congestion common on these local arteries. Being prepared to navigate city streets will make your trip significantly smoother than relying solely on high-speed transit routes.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.6 miles from Buckeye, AZ, or about 22m into the drive.
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 39.2 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.6 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glendale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Buckeye, 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 Buckeye, AZ
This is one driving day of about 39.2 miles and 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Buckeye, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Buckeye, AZ · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Buckeye, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glendale, AZ
The final approach into Glendale, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Glendale, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.80 one way
$15.60 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $8.24 | $16.48 |
| premium | $5.59 | $8.62 | $17.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Glendale, AZ
Afternoon in Glendale on Sunday
Local time
2:55 PM
MST
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
3 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
44m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ covers 39.2 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North 1st Street, South Miller Road, I 10 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Buckeye, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.80 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 44m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Buckeye, AZ to Glendale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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