The drive from Glendale, AZ to Prescott Valley, AZ covers 87.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Black Canyon Freeway, AZ 69, Arizona Veterans Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32 miles on Black Canyon Freeway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.47 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.
Midpoint
43.9 miles from Glendale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 87.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 44m highway drive covering 87.7 miles, with most of the trip on Black Canyon Freeway and AZ 69. The longest continuous stretch is about 32 miles on Black Canyon Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Black Canyon Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 32 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Black Canyon Freeway and AZ 69. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near West Myrtle Avenue.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Myrtle Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (North 59th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (West Northern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|West Myrtle Avenue
Turn sharp right onto West Myrtle Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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
60.2 mi into trip|~1h 10m in|AZ 69
Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 69 toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
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 Glendale, AZ to Prescott Valley, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Prescott along the way.
Prescott
60.2 mi in|~1h 10m|via AZ 69
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Black Canyon Freeway
32 mi
34m
AZ 69
25.6 mi
30m
Arizona Veterans Highway
13.4 mi
13m
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8.9 mi
9m
West Northern Avenue
4.2 mi
8m
North Robert Road
1.6 mi
3m
North 59th Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Black Canyon Freeway
— 32 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, AZ and Prescott Valley, AZ.
1
Start on US 60
0.3 mi·31 sec·Grand Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto West Myrtle Avenue
0.2 mi·47 sec·West Myrtle Avenue
3
Turn left onto North 59th Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·North 59th Avenue
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
4.2 mi·8 min·West Northern Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Turn slight left
439 ft·18 sec
6
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi·13 sec·North Black Canyon Highway
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
8
Merge onto I 17
32 mi·34 min·Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 17
8.9 mi·9 min·Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 17
13 mi·13 min·Arizona Veterans Highway
11
Keep slight right at fork onto AZ 69
26 mi·30 min·AZ 69
Toward AZ 69 North: Cordes Lakes Rd, Prescott
12
Turn right onto North Robert Road
1.6 mi·3 min·North Robert Road
13
Turn right onto East Spouse Drive
0.3 mi·41 sec·East Spouse Drive
14
Arrive at destination
East Spouse Drive
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 43.9 miles from Glendale, AZ, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32 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 19 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 43.9 miles or 53m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Prescott Valley, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Glendale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 87.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Glendale, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Black Canyon Freeway for about 32 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 43.9 mi from Glendale, AZ
· 53m into the drive
The midpoint is around 43.9 miles from Glendale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Prescott Valley, AZ
The final approach into Prescott Valley, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
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.
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...
20 mi from route
~49 min detour
$10
near mile 81.7
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$10
near mile 78.7
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.47 one way
$34.94 round trip
$5.06/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.36
$18.49
$36.98
premium
$5.59
$19.30
$38.61
diesel
$5.61
$19.36
$38.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.3
0
$9.21
$4.21
Efficient EV
21.9
0
$7.67
$3.51
EV Truck/SUV
35.1
0
$12.28
$5.61
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Glendale, AZ
Late night
in Glendale on Saturday
Local time
1:17 AM
MST
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Prescott Valley, AZ
Late night
in Prescott Valley on Saturday
Local time
1:17 AM
MST
Current temp
70°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
22 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 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 Glendale, AZ to Prescott Valley, AZ covers 87.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Black Canyon Freeway, AZ 69, Arizona Veterans Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 43.9 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 $17.47 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 87.7 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (West Myrtle Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.5 miles (North 59th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (West Northern Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Glendale, AZ to Prescott Valley, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Prescott along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Tuzigoot National Monument and Montezuma Castle National Monument.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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.
