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Drive Time
5h 55m
Distance
330 mi
531 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$66
one way
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Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maryvale, AZ
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Window Rock, AZ
Mark Direen
This 330-mile journey from Maryvale, AZ to Window Rock, AZ will take approximately 5 hours and 55 minutes, making it a feasible day trip. You'll navigate primarily via the Purple Heart Trail, Arizona Veterans Highway, and Black Canyon Freeway. With an estimated fuel cost of $66, this drive through the Desert Southwest offers a turn-heavy local experience. While it can be completed in a single day, breaking it up is an option if you prefer a more relaxed pace. The single recommended stop suggests a straightforward itinerary.
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
165 miles from Maryvale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .
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Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 19% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 161.5 miles along the Purple Heart Trail. This suggests a route that winds through local roads and may involve more frequent turns and changes in speed. The character of the drive will likely evolve from highway cruising to more intimate local road navigation as you progress toward Window Rock.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near West Indian School Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 330 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.5 miles (West Indian School Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.2 miles (North Black Canyon Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.6 miles (I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 17 / Black Canyon Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 40 East, Albuquerque
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Maryvale, AZ and Window Rock, AZ, road signs point toward Albuquerque and Bia 12 North: Window Rock.
Albuquerque
Bia 12 North: Window Rock
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Purple Heart Trail | 161.5 mi | 2h 42m |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | 90.6 mi | 1h 31m |
| Black Canyon Freeway | 36 mi | 39m |
| Navajo Route 12 | 24.2 mi | 34m |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | 8.9 mi | 9m |
| West Indian School Road | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| Arizona State Highway 264 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Prescott–Flagstaff Highway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Maryvale, AZ and Window Rock, AZ.
Start on North 55th Avenue
Turn left onto West Indian School Road
Turn left onto North Black Canyon Highway
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 17
Continue on I 17
Continue on I 17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 17
Continue on I 17; AZ 89A
Take the exit
Merge onto I 40
Take the exit
Turn left onto N12
Turn right onto AZ 264
Turn left onto N12
Turn right onto Window Rock Boulevard
Continue on N100
Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard
Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive
Turn left
Arrive at destination
For this 330-mile drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow ample time for your single recommended stop. With a duration of nearly 6 hours, pacing yourself is key. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially given the 161.5-mile stretch on the Purple Heart Trail where services might be less frequent. Since this route is manageable in one day, you have the flexibility to adjust your schedule as needed, but planning around fuel stops is a practical tip for this particular itinerary.
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.
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 165 miles or 2h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Window Rock, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Maryvale, 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 Maryvale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 330 miles and 5h 55m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 165 mi from Maryvale, AZ · 2h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
165 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.
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 165 miles from Maryvale, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Purple Heart Trail if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 161.5 miles.
The final approach into Window Rock, 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 Window Rock, AZ.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$65.74 one way
$131.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $69.57 | $139.15 |
| premium | $5.59 | $72.64 | $145.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.86 | $145.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$66
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$91–$116
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 115.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $35 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 99 | 1 | $34.65 | $15.84 |
| Efficient EV | 82.5 | 0 | $28.87 | $13.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 132 | 1 | $46.20 | $21.12 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
39 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Maryvale on Wednesday
Local time
3:27 AM
MST
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Window Rock on Wednesday
Local time
4:27 AM
MDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
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
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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