Origin
Sells, AZ
Afternoon in Sells on Saturday
Local time
12:59 PM
MST
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sells, AZ to Glendale, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
143.8 mi
231 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sells, AZ
András Nyemczovszky
Glendale, AZ
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Trip Overview
The drive from Sells, AZ to Glendale, AZ covers 143.8 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Main Road, San Miguel Road, West Tucson-Ajo Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.65 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
71.9 miles from Sells, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Main Road | — | — |
| San Miguel Road | — | — |
| West Tucson-Ajo Highway | — | — |
| Route 15 | — | — |
| South Chuichu Road | — | — |
| West Hanna Street | — | — |
| South Trekell Road | — | — |
| I 8 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Main Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sells, AZ and Glendale, AZ.
1
Start on the route
20 ft
·
1 sec
·
the route
2
Continue straight
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
3
Turn right
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
4
Turn left onto Main Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
Main Road
5
Continue on San Miguel Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
San Miguel Road
6
Turn left onto West Tucson-Ajo Highway
21 mi
·
24 min
·
West Tucson-Ajo Highway
7
Turn right onto Indian Route 15
47 mi
·
1 hr 4 min
·
Indian Route 15
8
Continue on South Chuichu Road
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
South Chuichu Road
9
Turn right onto West Hanna Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hanna Street
10
Turn left onto South Trekell Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
South Trekell Road
11
Take the ramp right toward I 8 East: Tucson
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
I 8 East: Tucson
12
Merge slight left onto Phoenix Bypass Route
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Phoenix Bypass Route
13
Keep slight left to continue on I 10 West: Phoenix
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 10 West: Phoenix
14
Merge slight left onto Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
37 mi
·
38 min
·
Phoenix-Casa Grande Highway
15
Continue on Maricopa Freeway
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Maricopa Freeway
16
Keep slight left to continue on Papago Freeway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Papago Freeway
17
Keep slight left to continue on Papago Freeway
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Papago Freeway
18
Continue on Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
0.5 mi
·
36 sec
·
Dean Lindsey Memorial Tunnel
19
Continue on Papago Freeway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Papago Freeway
20
Take the exit slight right toward 19th Avenue, Grand Avenue
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
19th Avenue, Grand Avenue
21
Turn right onto North 19th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North 19th Avenue
22
Turn slight left onto Grand Avenue
7.1 mi
·
12 min
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Grand Avenue
23
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 71.9 miles from Sells, AZ, or about 1h 12m 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 32 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.9 miles or 1h 12m 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 59m
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 Sells, 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 Sells, AZ
This is one driving day of about 143.8 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Sells, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 71.9 miles from Sells, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$28.65 one way
$57.29 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $30.32 | $60.63 |
| premium | $5.59 | $31.65 | $63.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.75 | $63.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.10 | $6.90 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.58 | $5.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.5 | 0 | $20.13 | $9.20 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Afternoon in Glendale on Saturday
Local time
12:59 PM
MST
Current temp
92°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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
143.8 mi in 2h 25m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Main Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
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 Sells, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 2h 25m 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 Sells, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 143.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Sells, AZ to Glendale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glendale, AZ before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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