Trip from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Navajo Route 12, Navajo Route 8080, Cleveland Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 22.7 miles from Upper Wheatfields, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.02 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ?

The route from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 13m

Distance

45.3 mi

73 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min

4 AM

1h 8m ★

6 AM

1h 14m

8 AM

1h 26m

10 AM

1h 18m

12 PM

1h 17m

3 PM

1h 19m

5 PM

1h 25m

8 PM

1h 10m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ covers 45.3 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Navajo Route 12, Navajo Route 8080, Cleveland Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 40 miles on Navajo Route 12. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.02 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 45.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 45.3 miles, with most of the trip on Navajo Route 12 and Navajo Route 8080. The longest continuous stretch is about 40 miles on Navajo Route 12.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Navajo Route 12 is the longest continuous segment at about 40 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Navajo Route 12 and Navajo Route 8080. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near N8080 / Navajo Route 8080.

Driving Effort 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

The drive from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ is easy. At 1h 13m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (N8080 / Navajo Route 8080): Navigation decision point; at 39.8 miles (N12 / Navajo Route 12): Navigation decision point; at 45 miles (Morgan Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | N8080 / Navajo Route 8080

At end of road, turn left onto N8080 / Navajo Route 8080

Navigation decision point

3

39.8 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in | N12 / Navajo Route 12

At end of road, turn left onto N12 / Navajo Route 12

Navigation decision point

5

45 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | Morgan Boulevard

Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

5

45.1 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | Tribal Hill Drive

Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive

Navigation decision point

4

45.3 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Navajo Route 12	40 mi	1h 2m
Navajo Route 8080	2.1 mi	5m
Cleveland Boulevard	1.6 mi	2m
Navajo Route 100	0.4 mi	<1m
Window Rock Boulevard	0.3 mi	<1m
Tribal Hill Drive	0.2 mi	<1m
Morgan Boulevard	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Navajo Route 12 — 40 mi, about 1h 2m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Upper Wheatfields, AZ and Window Rock, AZ.

1

Start on this road

0.5 mi · 1 min · this road

2

At end of road, turn left onto N8080

2.1 mi · 5 min · Navajo Route 8080

3

Turn straight onto N12

24 mi · 35 min · Navajo Route 12

4

Continue on N12

1.6 mi · 2 min · Cleveland Boulevard

5

Continue on N12

12 mi · 19 min · Navajo Route 12

6

At end of road, turn left onto N12

4.5 mi · 6 min · Navajo Route 12

7

Turn left onto Window Rock Boulevard

0.3 mi · 38 sec · Window Rock Boulevard

8

Continue on N100

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Navajo Route 100

9

Turn sharp left onto Morgan Boulevard

447 ft · 21 sec · Morgan Boulevard

10

Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Tribal Hill Drive

11

Turn left

126 ft · 9 sec

12

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 22.7 mi from Upper Wheatfields, AZ · 36m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Navajo, NM

23 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

Navajo, NM

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Navajo, NM

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.7 miles from Upper Wheatfields, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Window Rock, AZ

The final approach into Window Rock, AZ usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.02 one way

$18.05 round trip

$5.06/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.36	$9.55	$19.10
premium	$5.59	$9.97	$19.94
diesel	$5.61	$10.00	$20.00

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	13.6	$4.76	$2.17
Efficient EV	11.3	$3.96	$1.81
EV Truck/SUV	18.1	$6.34	$2.90

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Upper Wheatfields, AZ

Afternoon in Upper Wheatfields on Thursday

Local time

4:18 PM

MDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Window Rock, AZ

Afternoon in Window Rock on Thursday

Local time

4:18 PM

MDT

Current temp

32°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

35°F

Navajo, NM

23 mi in

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

33 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

1h 13m 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 Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ covers 45.3 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Navajo Route 12, Navajo Route 8080, Cleveland Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 22.7 miles from Upper Wheatfields, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.02 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 Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ is easy. At 1h 13m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (N8080 / Navajo Route 8080): Navigation decision point; at 39.8 miles (N12 / Navajo Route 12): Navigation decision point; at 45 miles (Morgan Boulevard): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.

The route from Upper Wheatfields, AZ to Window Rock, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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