Trip from Glendale, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Drive Time

4h 3m

Distance

183.3 mi

295 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$36

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 51m ★

6 AM

4h 4m

8 AM

4h 30m

10 AM

4h 13m

12 PM

4h 10m

3 PM

4h 14m

5 PM

4h 29m

8 PM

3h 56m

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

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Glendale, AZ

Abhishek Navlakha

Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Mark Direen

Trip Overview

Traveling from Glendale to Swift Trail Junction covers 183.3 miles, making for a manageable 4-hour and 3-minute drive that fits perfectly into a single day. You will primarily navigate via the Phoenix–Globe Highway and US 60, eventually transitioning onto the Globe-Lordsburg Highway. With a fuel budget of approximately $36, this trip is an affordable way to cross through the Desert Southwest. Since the distance is relatively short, you can comfortably complete the journey in one go without needing an overnight stay. It is an ideal route if you are looking to get from the urban outskirts of the Valley out toward the more remote areas of the state.

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

91.7 miles from Glendale, AZ

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a shift in driving conditions as you move away from the metropolitan area. This route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you should be prepared for more engagement behind the wheel than a standard interstate cruise. Only 24% of your journey takes place on major highways, so stay alert for changing road conditions. You will face a longest stretch of 71.2 miles on the Globe-Lordsburg Highway, which serves as the backbone of the latter half of your trip. The mix of highway and local roads requires steady focus and provides a distinct departure from monotonous freeway driving.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Globe-Lordsburg Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 71.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.4 miles in near US 60 / West Thomas Road.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 183.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 6.4 miles (US 60 / West Thomas Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway): Navigation decision point; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

6.4 mi into trip | ~11m in | US 60 / West Thomas Road

Turn left onto US 60 / West Thomas Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / slight left lanes.

6.6 mi into trip | ~12m in | US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway

Turn right onto US 60 / North Black Canyon Highway

Navigation decision point

6.9 mi into trip | ~12m in

Take the exit toward I 17 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 17 South

7 mi into trip | ~12m in | I 17; US 60 / Black Canyon Freeway

Merge onto I 17; US 60 / Black Canyon Freeway

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

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

19.4 mi into trip | ~27m in | US 60

Take the exit onto US 60 toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 154 Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Glendale, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.

Globe

19.4 mi in | ~27m | via US 60

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Globe-Lordsburg Highway	71.2 mi	1h 28m
Phoenix–Globe Highway	43 mi	55m
US 60	32.4 mi	41m
Maricopa Freeway	8.8 mi	10m
South 1st Avenue	7.3 mi	11m
Grand Avenue	5.9 mi	10m
Black Canyon Freeway	3.5 mi	4m
West Thatcher Boulevard	2.3 mi	4m

Longest stretch: Globe-Lordsburg Highway — 71.2 mi, about 1h 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, AZ and Swift Trail Junction, AZ.

Start on US 60

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Grand Avenue

Continue on US 60

5.5 mi · 9 min · Grand Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the exit onto US 60

0.5 mi · 1 min · US 60

Toward 27th Avenue

Turn left onto US 60

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Thomas Road

Use the left / slight left lanes.

Turn right onto US 60

0.3 mi · 28 sec · North Black Canyon Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Toward I 17 South

Merge onto I 17; US 60

3.5 mi · 4 min · Black Canyon Freeway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 17; US 60

8.8 mi · 10 min · Maricopa Freeway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 60

28 mi · 32 min · US 60

Exit 154 Toward US 60 East: Mesa, Globe Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on US 60; US 80 Hist

43 mi · 55 min · Phoenix–Globe Highway

Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.

Continue on US 60

1.9 mi · 3 min · Live Oak Street

Continue on US 60

4.0 mi · 7 min · US 60

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 60

1.4 mi · 2 min · North Broad Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto North Broad Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Broad Street

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto East Oak Street

366 ft · 9 sec · East Oak Street

Turn right onto South Hill Street

0.3 mi · 39 sec · South Hill Street

Turn left onto US 60

2.3 mi · 4 min · East Ash Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 70; AZ 77

0.8 mi · 1 min · Globe-Lordsburg Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto US 70; AZ 77

70 mi · 1 hr 27 min · Globe-Lordsburg Highway

Continue on US 70

1.1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

Continue on US 70

2.3 mi · 4 min · West Thatcher Boulevard

Continue on US 70

0.5 mi · 1 min · West 5th Street

Turn right onto US 191

7.3 mi · 11 min · South 1st Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto West Swift Trail

102 ft · 3 sec · West Swift Trail

Arrive at destination

West Swift Trail

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid midday traffic and ensure you have plenty of daylight for the local stretches. Plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can be tiring. Since you are limited to a single stop based on the route profile, choose a location that allows for a quick refuel to keep your costs near that $36 estimate. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels before hitting the Globe-Lordsburg Highway, as the 71.2-mile stretch is the longest segment where service options may be sparse. Flexibility is your best asset here, so don't hesitate to pull over if you need a break before reaching the final destination.

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 91.7 miles from Glendale, AZ, or about 1h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.2 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 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 91.7 miles or 1h 57m 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 16m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Glendale, AZ so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 183.3 miles and 4h 3m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Globe-Lordsburg Highway for about 71.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 91.7 mi from Glendale, AZ · 1h 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Queen Creek, AZ

92 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

Queen Creek, AZ

Fuel and coffee

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

Queen Creek, AZ

Meal break

The midpoint is around 91.7 miles from Glendale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Globe-Lordsburg Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.2 miles.

Arriving in Swift Trail Junction, AZ

The final approach into Swift Trail Junction, 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 Swift Trail Junction, 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

$36.48 one way

$72.96 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 64 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.34	$38.52	$77.04
premium	$5.59	$40.32	$80.64
diesel	$5.64	$40.72	$81.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$36

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$61–$86

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 64.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	55	$19.25	$8.80
Efficient EV	45.8	$16.04	$7.33
EV Truck/SUV	73.3	$25.66	$11.73

Gas CO2

64 kg

EV CO2

21 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Glendale, AZ

Afternoon in Glendale on Sunday

Local time

3:33 PM

MST

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Afternoon in Swift Trail Junction on Sunday

Local time

3:33 PM

MST

Current temp

51°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

8 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

4h 3m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Glendale, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ covers 183.3 miles and takes about 4h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Globe-Lordsburg Highway, Phoenix–Globe Highway, US 60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 91.7 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 $36.48 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

On the drive from Glendale, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ, road signs begin pointing toward Globe along the way.

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Trip from Glendale, AZ to Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Glendale, AZ

Swift Trail Junction, AZ

Same local time

8 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 3m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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