Origin
Window Rock, AZ
Evening in Window Rock on Sunday
Local time
5:07 PM
MDT
Current temp
28°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Window Rock, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ
Drive Time
4h 37m
Distance
271.8 mi
437 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 25m
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6 AM
4h 38m
8 AM
5h 5m
10 AM
4h 47m
12 PM
4h 45m
3 PM
4h 49m
5 PM
5h 3m
8 PM
4h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scottsdale, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
Trip Overview
Traveling from Window Rock to Scottsdale covers 271.8 miles through the heart of the Desert Southwest. Expect the journey to take approximately 4 hours and 37 minutes of pure driving time, making it a manageable single-day trip for most travelers. You will navigate primarily via Tribal Hill Drive, Morgan Boulevard, and Route 100 rather than major interstates. Budgeting around $53 for fuel should keep you covered for the duration of the trek. Because the route is entirely within Arizona, you will experience a consistent regional climate as you transition between locations. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes local roads over fast-paced highway travel.
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
135.9 miles from Window Rock, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. Since the highway share for this route is 0%, you should prepare for constant maneuvering on local roads like Tribal Hill Drive and Morgan Boulevard. With no stretches of open highway, your longest uninterrupted driving period is 0 miles, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. The experience is best described as a series of technical local connections that demand steady concentration. You will spend the entire 271.8 miles navigating the nuances of the local road network.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tribal Hill Drive 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 4h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Window Rock, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tribal Hill Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Morgan Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 100 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Window Rock Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Route 12 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Highway 264 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Purple Heart Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 40 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Tribal Hill Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Window Rock, AZ and Scottsdale, AZ.
1
Start on the route
125 ft
·
10 sec
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the route
2
Turn right onto Tribal Hill Drive
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
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Tribal Hill Drive
3
Turn left onto Morgan Boulevard
446 ft
·
26 sec
·
Morgan Boulevard
4
Turn sharp right onto Navajo Route 100
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Navajo Route 100
5
Continue on Window Rock Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Window Rock Boulevard
6
At the end of the road, turn left onto Navajo Route 12
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Navajo Route 12
7
Turn right onto Arizona State Highway 264
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Arizona State Highway 264
8
Turn left onto Navajo Route 12
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Navajo Route 12
9
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
10
Merge slight left onto Purple Heart Trail
70 mi
·
1 hr 9 min
·
Purple Heart Trail
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 40 Business, AZ 77 South, AZ 377 South, US 180 East: Show Low, Heber
0.4 mi
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50 sec
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I 40 Business, AZ 77 South, AZ 377 South, US 180 East: Show Low, Heber
12
Turn left onto Navajo Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Navajo Boulevard
13
Continue on Holbrook-Springerville Highway
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
Holbrook-Springerville Highway
14
Continue on Show Low-Holbrook Highway
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Show Low-Holbrook Highway
15
Turn right onto Heber Road
31 mi
·
36 min
·
Heber Road
16
Turn straight onto Heber-Holbrook Highway
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Heber-Holbrook Highway
17
At the end of the road, turn right onto West 3rd Street North
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West 3rd Street North
18
Continue on Highway 277
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Highway 277
19
At the end of the road, turn right onto Highway 260
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Highway 260
20
Continue on Hwy 260
16 mi
·
22 min
·
Hwy 260
21
Continue on Payson-Heber Highway
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Payson-Heber Highway
22
Continue on Payson-Show Low Highway
24 mi
·
30 min
·
Payson-Show Low Highway
23
Turn left onto South Beeline Highway
73 mi
·
1 hr 26 min
·
South Beeline Highway
24
Turn right onto East McDowell Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East McDowell Road
25
Take the ramp right toward AZ 101 Loop North
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
·
AZ 101 Loop North
26
Merge slight left onto Pima Freeway
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Pima Freeway
27
Take the exit slight right toward Chaparral Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Chaparral Road
28
Turn left onto East Chaparral Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chaparral Road
29
Turn left
62 ft
·
5 sec
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 4-hour and 37-minute trip consists entirely of local roads, you should plan for a steady pace rather than high-speed travel. Aim to depart early in the day to avoid fatigue while navigating the turn-heavy sections of the route. With only one planned stop recommended, be sure to time your break effectively to maximize your energy levels. Keep your fuel budget of $53 in mind, and verify your route before leaving, as the reliance on local roads like Route 100 means you should stay alert for directional changes. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so use your single stop to stretch and regroup before finishing the final leg to Scottsdale.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 135.9 miles from Window Rock, AZ, or about 2h 18m 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 135.9 miles or 2h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Scottsdale, AZ than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Window Rock, 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 Window Rock, AZ
This is one driving day of about 271.8 miles and 4h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Window Rock, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 135.9 mi from Window Rock, AZ · 2h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
136 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 135.9 miles from Window Rock, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Scottsdale, AZ
The final approach into Scottsdale, 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 Scottsdale, 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
$54.09 one way
$108.18 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
95 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.34 | $57.12 | $114.24 |
| premium | $5.59 | $59.79 | $119.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $60.38 | $120.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 81.5 | 1 | $28.54 | $13.05 |
| Efficient EV | 68 | 0 | $23.78 | $10.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 108.7 | 1 | $38.05 | $17.40 |
Gas CO2
95 kg
EV CO2
32 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.
Destination
Scottsdale, AZ
Afternoon in Scottsdale on Sunday
Local time
4:07 PM
MST
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
63°F
Mesa, AZ
136 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
1 hour earlier
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
30 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
4h 37m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Window Rock, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ covers 271.8 miles and takes about 4h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tribal Hill Drive, Morgan Boulevard, Route 100. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 135.9 miles from Window Rock, AZ. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $54.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward 4h 37m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Window Rock, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Window Rock, AZ to Scottsdale, AZ does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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