Origin
Glendale, AZ
Morning in Glendale on Thursday
Local time
9:40 AM
MST
Current temp
92°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
42.3 mi
68 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glendale, AZ
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Black Canyon City, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ covers 42.3 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Myrtle Avenue, North 59th Avenue, West Northern Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.43 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 42.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 42.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Myrtle Avenue 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ is easy. At 53m 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 Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Myrtle Avenue | — | — |
| North 59th Avenue | — | — |
| West Northern Avenue | — | — |
| North Black Canyon Highway | — | — |
| I 17 North | — | — |
| Black Canyon Freeway | — | — |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | — | — |
| Rock Springs | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Myrtle Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glendale, AZ and Black Canyon City, AZ.
1
Start on Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Grand Avenue
2
Turn sharp right onto West Myrtle Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Myrtle Avenue
3
Turn left onto North 59th Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North 59th Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Northern Avenue
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
West Northern Avenue
5
Turn slight left
440 ft
·
18 sec
6
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
North Black Canyon Highway
7
Take the ramp slight left toward I 17 North: Flagstaff
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 17 North: Flagstaff
8
Merge slight left onto Black Canyon Freeway
32 mi
·
34 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
9
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
10
Take the exit slight right toward Rock Springs, Black Canyon City
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
Rock Springs, Black Canyon City
11
Turn left onto Rock Springs Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Rock Springs Road
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Old Black Canyon Highway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Old Black Canyon Highway
13
Turn right onto East Palm Lane
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Palm Lane
14
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 21.2 mi from Glendale, AZ · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.2 miles from Glendale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Black Canyon City, AZ
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Black Canyon City, AZ if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.43 one way
$16.85 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
| premium | $5.59 | $9.31 | $18.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Black Canyon City, AZ
Morning in Black Canyon City on Thursday
Local time
9:40 AM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
34 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
53m 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 Black Canyon City, AZ covers 42.3 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Myrtle Avenue, North 59th Avenue, West Northern Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 21.2 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 $8.43 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 Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ is easy. At 53m 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 Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Glendale, AZ to Black Canyon City, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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