Origin
Prescott, AZ
Evening in Prescott on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
97.2 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prescott, AZ
Hans D.
Glendale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Spanning 97.2 miles, the journey from Prescott to Glendale is an efficient transition through the heart of the Desert Southwest. You should anticipate a drive time of approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes, making this an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. Your route primarily follows South Cortez Street, East Gurley Street, and the Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway. Budgeting about $19 for fuel covers the trip comfortably, allowing you to focus on the road ahead. Because both cities are located within the Arizona desert region, you will experience a consistent climate and terrain throughout your transit. This route is perfect for travelers looking for a direct, manageable connection between these two hubs.
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
48.6 miles from Prescott, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway share, relying instead on local roads that wind through the landscape. You will find no long, straight stretches here, as the longest uninterrupted segment is 0 miles on South Cortez Street. Navigating these technical turns requires a steady hand and a willingness to engage with the road’s natural rhythm. Because the path is composed entirely of local thoroughfares, you get a much more intimate look at the changing surroundings compared to a high-speed freeway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Cortez Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 1h 42m 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 Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Cortez Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Gurley Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Arizona Veterans Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Black Canyon Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Black Canyon Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Glendale Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South Cortez Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Prescott, AZ and Glendale, AZ.
1
Start on East Goodwin Street
79 ft
·
7 sec
·
East Goodwin Street
2
Turn right onto South Cortez Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
South Cortez Street
3
Turn right onto East Gurley Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Gurley Street
4
Continue on Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway
5
Keep slight right to continue on Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway
33 mi
·
44 min
·
Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway
6
Merge slight left onto Arizona Veterans Highway
17 mi
·
16 min
·
Arizona Veterans Highway
7
Continue on Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
5.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
8
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
10 mi
·
10 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
9
Continue on North Black Canyon Highway
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Black Canyon Highway
10
Continue on Black Canyon Freeway
20 mi
·
22 min
·
Black Canyon Freeway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Glendale Avenue
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Glendale Avenue
12
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Black Canyon Highway
13
Turn right onto West Glendale Avenue
4.0 mi
·
8 min
·
West Glendale Avenue
14
Turn left onto North 57th Drive
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
North 57th Drive
15
Turn right onto Grand Avenue
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Grand Avenue
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a straightforward 97.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. With no mandatory stops required to complete the 1 hour and 42-minute duration, you can easily drive the entire length in one go. Keep in mind that because the road is turn-heavy, it is wise to ensure your vehicle's tire pressure is optimal before you head out from Prescott. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider leaving during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the local streets. Always double-check your fuel levels before departing, as the $19 estimated cost is based on standard consumption and can fluctuate depending on your vehicle's efficiency.
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 48.6 miles from Prescott, AZ, or about 51m into the drive.
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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.6 miles or 51m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glendale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Prescott, 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 Prescott, AZ
This is one driving day of about 97.2 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Prescott, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.6 mi from Prescott, AZ · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.6 miles from Prescott, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glendale, AZ
The final approach into Glendale, 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 Glendale, 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
$19.34 one way
$38.69 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $20.43 | $40.85 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.38 | $42.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.59 | $43.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.21 | $4.67 |
| Efficient EV | 24.3 | 0 | $8.50 | $3.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.61 | $6.22 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Glendale, AZ
Evening in Glendale on Sunday
Local time
5:54 PM
MST
Current temp
59°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
17 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 42m 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 Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ covers 97.2 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Cortez Street, East Gurley Street, Cordes Junction-Prescott Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.6 miles from Prescott, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.34 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 Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 1h 42m 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 Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Prescott, AZ to Glendale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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