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Trip from Glendale, AZ to Big Park, AZ

Drive Time

1h 58m

Distance

104.8 mi

169 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

19 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 50m ★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m

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

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Downtown Glendale, AZ, AZ

Glendale, AZ

Abhishek Navlakha

Trip Overview

The drive from Glendale, AZ to Big Park, AZ covers 104.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.2 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.86 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

52.4 miles from Glendale, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 2m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Glendale, AZ to Big Park, AZ covers 104.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arizona Veterans Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 50.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 0.5 miles in near North 59th Avenue.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North 59th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (West Northern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | North 59th Avenue

Turn left onto North 59th Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
1.3 mi into trip | ~2m in | West Northern Avenue

Turn right onto West Northern Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway

Merge onto I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
97.1 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in | AZ 179

Take the exit onto AZ 179 toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 298 Toward Oak Creek Canyon, SR 179, Sedona
5
104.6 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway

Enter roundabout onto AZ 179 / Red Rock Scenic Byway

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Towns Along This Route

Between Glendale, AZ and Big Park, AZ, road signs point toward Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.

Oak Creek Canyon

97.1 mi in | ~1h 46m | via AZ 179

Sedona

97.1 mi in | ~1h 46m | via AZ 179

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Arizona Veterans Highway 50.2 mi 50m
Black Canyon Freeway 32 mi 34m
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway 8.9 mi 9m
Red Rock Scenic Byway 7.6 mi 11m
West Northern Avenue 4.2 mi 8m
North 59th Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
Grand Avenue 0.3 mi <1m
West Myrtle Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Arizona Veterans Highway — 50.2 mi, about 50m

Trip Plan

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 52.4 miles from Glendale, AZ, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.2 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 52.4 miles or 1h 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 1h 35m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Glendale, 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 Glendale, AZ

This is one driving day of about 104.8 miles and 1h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glendale, 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.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 50.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 52.4 mi from Glendale, AZ · 1h 2m into the drive

Downtown Surprise, AZ, AZ

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Surprise, AZ

52 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

Flagstaff, AZ

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Surprise, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 52.4 miles from Glendale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Big Park, AZ

The final approach into Big Park, 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 Big Park, AZ.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Montezuma Castle National Monument

Montezuma Castle National Monument

National Monument

Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 near mile 90.4
Caution: High Levels of Visitation
View on nps.gov
Tuzigoot National Monument

Tuzigoot National Monument

National Monument

Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...

15 mi from route ~36 min detour $10 near mile 101.2
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.86 one way

$41.71 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.34 $22.02 $44.05
premium $5.59 $23.05 $46.10
diesel $5.64 $23.28 $46.57

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

EV Charging Along Route

19 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Park West - Tesla Supercharger

Peoria, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Westgate Entertainment District - Tesla Supercharger

Glendale, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Northern Crossing - Tesla Supercharger

Glendale, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Metro Commons - Tesla Supercharger

Phoenix, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Deer Valley Town Center - Tesla Supercharger

Phoenix, AZ

Tesla

16 DCFC

Target - Tesla Supercharger

Phoenix, AZ

Tesla

12 DCFC

The Citadelle - Tesla Supercharger

Glendale, AZ

Tesla

12 DCFC

WinCo Foods - Glendale, 59th & Bell #109

Glendale, AZ

eVgo Network

6 DCFC

Tesla: 7 Non-Networked: 4 eVgo Network: 3 ChargePoint Network: 2 Electrify America: 1 EV Connect: 1 FORD_CHARGE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 31.4 0 $11.00 $5.03
Efficient EV 26.2 0 $9.17 $4.19
EV Truck/SUV 41.9 0 $14.67 $6.71

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Glendale, AZ

Late night in Glendale on Monday

Local time

1:15 AM

MST

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Big Park, AZ

Late night in Big Park on Monday

Local time

1:15 AM

MST

Current temp

46°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

13 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 58m 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 Glendale, AZ to Big Park, AZ covers 104.8 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arizona Veterans Highway, Black Canyon Freeway, Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.4 miles from Glendale, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.86 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 58m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North 59th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (West Northern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Glendale, AZ and Big Park, AZ, road signs point toward Oak Creek Canyon and Sedona.

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