Origin
Phoenix, AZ
Afternoon in Phoenix on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
MST
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Phoenix, AZ to Tolleson, AZ
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.5 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phoenix, AZ
Carter Marchant
Tolleson, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Phoenix to Tolleson, you are looking at a quick 12.5-mile journey that typically takes about 18 minutes. This short transit across the Desert Southwest is straightforward and easily completed in a single day, making it ideal for a quick commute or errand run. You won't need to worry about extensive travel planning, as the trip requires zero planned stops. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a highly economical route for your vehicle. Since both locations sit within the same region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the drive. This is a practical, no-fuss trip that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for an overnight stay.
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
6.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes navigation over high-speed highway cruising. You will primarily utilize North 7th Avenue, I-10 West, and the Papago Freeway to complete your 12.5-mile transit. Despite the use of major thoroughfares, the route maintains a 0% highway share, emphasizing the local urban nature of the path. The road transitions between city streets and freeway connections, requiring you to stay alert for frequent turns. Because this is a short, 18-minute trip, you won't face any long, monotonous stretches, keeping the driving experience engaging and active from start to finish.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Papago Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 9.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Papago Freeway and North 91st Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North 7th Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 (North 7th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
North 7th Avenue
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
5
1.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
11.1 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward 91st Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 134
Toward 91st Avenue
6
12.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
West Van Buren Street
Turn right onto West Van Buren Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Papago Freeway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| North 91st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Van Buren Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 92nd Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Papago Freeway
— 9.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix, AZ and Tolleson, AZ.
1
Start on West Washington Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Washington Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North 7th Avenue
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 10
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Papago Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 134
Toward 91st Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Turn left onto North 91st Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North 91st Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto West Van Buren Street
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Van Buren Street
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto North 92nd Drive
176 ft
·
8 sec
·
North 92nd Drive
9
Turn right
168 ft
·
12 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is such a brief drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You should prepare for a navigation-focused experience, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires your full attention on city streets. With a low fuel budget of $2, you can easily top off your tank before leaving Phoenix without a second thought. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, you can travel at your own pace. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your GPS active throughout the 18-minute duration, as the transition between North 7th Avenue and the Papago Freeway involves several turns that are easy to miss in local traffic.
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 6.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.3 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 12.5 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.3 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Tolleson, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Phoenix, 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 Phoenix, AZ
This is one driving day of about 12.5 miles and 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Phoenix, 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 Papago Freeway for about 9.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.3 mi from Phoenix, AZ · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 12.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Tolleson, AZ
The final approach into Tolleson, 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 Tolleson, 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
$2.49 one way
$4.98 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.78 | $5.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Tolleson, AZ
Afternoon in Tolleson on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
MST
Current temp
57°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
4 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
18m 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 Phoenix, AZ to Tolleson, AZ covers 12.5 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Papago Freeway, North 91st Avenue, North 7th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.3 miles from Phoenix, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.49 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 12.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.5 miles (North 7th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Phoenix, AZ to Tolleson, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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