Drive Time
6h 21m
Distance
298.1 mi
480 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$58
one way
The drive from Scottsdale, AZ to Chinle, AZ covers 298.1 miles and takes about 6h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Chaparral Road, AZ 101, Pima Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $58.11 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
149.1 miles from Scottsdale, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 10m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 21m drive with frequent turns across 298.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Chaparral Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| AZ 101 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Pima Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| McDowell Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East McDowell Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Beeline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Beeline Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 277 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Scottsdale, AZ and Chinle, AZ.
Start on the route
Turn right onto East Chaparral Road
Take the ramp right toward AZ 101 Loop South
Merge slight left onto Pima Freeway
Take the exit slight right toward McDowell Road
Turn left onto East McDowell Road
Turn left onto North Beeline Highway
Continue on Beeline Highway
Turn right
Turn left onto Highway 277
Continue on West 3rd Street North
Turn left onto Heber-Holbrook Highway
Turn straight onto Heber Road
Turn left onto Show Low-Holbrook Highway
Continue on Holbrook-Springerville Highway
Continue on Navajo Boulevard
Take the exit right
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
Take the exit slight right toward US 191 North: Ganado
Turn left onto Chambers-Mexican Water Highway
Turn left
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Chambers-Mexican Water Highway
Exit the roundabout onto Chambers-Mexican Water Highway
Turn right onto Navajo Route 7
Turn left onto Main Street
At the end of the road, turn right onto 4th Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 149.1 miles or 3h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chinle, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, AZ
This is one driving day of about 298.1 miles and 6h 21m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 149.1 mi from Scottsdale, AZ · 3h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
149 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.
The final approach into Chinle, 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 Chinle, AZ.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$58.11 one way
$116.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $62.65 | $125.30 |
| premium | $5.57 | $65.32 | $130.65 |
| diesel | $6.37 | $74.71 | $149.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$58
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$83–$108
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 104.3 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 89.4 | 1 | $31.30 | $14.31 |
| Efficient EV | 74.5 | 0 | $26.08 | $11.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 119.2 | 1 | $41.73 | $19.08 |
Gas CO2
104 kg
EV CO2
35 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Scottsdale on Saturday
Local time
6:36 AM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Chinle on Saturday
Local time
7:36 AM
MDT
Current temp
34°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
59°F
Mesa, AZ
149 mi in
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
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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