Origin
Teec Nos Pos, AZ
Afternoon in Teec Nos Pos on Thursday
Local time
2:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
71.1 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
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6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 12m
12 PM
2h 10m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ covers 71.1 miles and takes about 2h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Navajo Route 13, Navajo Route 63, Navajo Route 12 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 23.7 miles on Navajo Route 13. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.16 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
35.5 miles from Teec Nos Pos, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 71.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 5m highway drive covering 71.1 miles, with most of the trip on Navajo Route 13 and Navajo Route 63. The longest continuous stretch is about 23.7 miles on Navajo Route 13.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Navajo Route 13 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Navajo Route 13 and Navajo Route 63. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near Navajo Route 63.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ is easy. At 2h 5m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (Navajo Route 63): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (N13 / Navajo Route 13): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (N13 / Navajo Route 13): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.3 mi into trip
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~8m in
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Navajo Route 63
Turn right onto Navajo Route 63
Navigation decision point
4
27.5 mi into trip
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~57m in
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N13 / Navajo Route 13
At end of road, turn right onto N13 / Navajo Route 13
Navigation decision point
4
41.8 mi into trip
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~1h 18m in
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N13 / Navajo Route 13
At end of road, turn right onto N13 / Navajo Route 13
Navigation decision point
5
51.2 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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N12 / Navajo Route 12
At end of road, turn left onto N12 / Navajo Route 12
Navigation decision point
5
68.4 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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N8080 / Navajo Route 8080
Turn sharp left onto N8080 / Navajo Route 8080
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Navajo Route 13 | 23.7 mi | 35m |
| Navajo Route 63 | 20.2 mi | 48m |
| Navajo Route 12 | 17.2 mi | 25m |
| US 64 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| Navajo Route 8080 | 2.1 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Navajo Route 13
— 23.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Teec Nos Pos, AZ and Upper Wheatfields, AZ.
1
Start on this road
302 ft
·
26 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 64
7.2 mi
·
8 min
·
US 64
3
Turn right onto Navajo Route 63
20 mi
·
48 min
·
Navajo Route 63
4
At end of road, turn right onto N13
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Navajo Route 13
5
At end of road, turn right onto N13
9.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Navajo Route 13
6
At end of road, turn left onto N12
17 mi
·
25 min
·
Navajo Route 12
7
Turn sharp left onto N8080
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Navajo Route 8080
8
Turn right
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Arrive at 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 35.5 miles from Teec Nos Pos, AZ, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.7 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 16 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 1h 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 1h 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Upper Wheatfields, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Teec Nos Pos, 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 Teec Nos Pos, AZ
This is one driving day of about 71.1 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Teec Nos Pos, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Navajo Route 13 for about 23.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Teec Nos Pos, AZ · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Teec Nos Pos, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Upper Wheatfields, AZ
The final approach into Upper Wheatfields, 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 Upper Wheatfields, 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
$14.16 one way
$28.33 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
| premium | $5.59 | $15.65 | $31.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.70 | $31.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.47 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.95 | $4.55 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Upper Wheatfields, AZ
Afternoon in Upper Wheatfields on Thursday
Local time
2:57 PM
MDT
Current temp
65°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
23 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 5m 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 Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ covers 71.1 miles and takes about 2h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Navajo Route 13, Navajo Route 63, Navajo Route 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Teec Nos Pos, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.16 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 Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ is easy. At 2h 5m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (Navajo Route 63): Navigation decision point; at 27.5 miles (N13 / Navajo Route 13): Navigation decision point; at 41.8 miles (N13 / Navajo Route 13): Navigation decision point.
The route from Teec Nos Pos, AZ to Upper Wheatfields, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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