Page, AZ to Glendale, AZ is 273.3 miles and takes about 5h 15m via Arizona Veterans Highway and US 89, with a fuel budget near $54 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Desert Southwest, offering a straightforward drive between two points in Arizona. With a single recommended stop and a driving time under six hours, it's a manageable route for a single day. The terrain is a mix of highway and surface roads, so expect varied driving conditions.
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
136.7 miles from Page, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 50m into the drive
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Step-by-step road directions between Page, AZ and Glendale, AZ.
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Start on South Navajo Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·South Navajo Drive
2
Turn left onto Aspen Street
0.1 mi·23 sec·Aspen Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto South Lake Powell Boulevard
1.2 mi·2 min·South Lake Powell Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto US 89
0.3 mi·29 sec·Highway South
Use the left lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto US 89
160 ft·3 sec·US 89
Toward US 89 South
6
Continue on US 89
81 mi·1 hr 37 min·US 89
Toward US 89 South
7
Enter roundabout onto US 89
154 ft·2 sec·Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
8
Continue on US 89
38 mi·44 min·Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
9
Continue on US 89
6.4 mi·8 min·US Highway 89
10
Continue on US 89
2.3 mi·4 min·Flagstaff-Cameron Highway
11
Turn left onto Country Club Drive
0.3 mi·51 sec·Country Club Drive
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·47 sec
Use the right lane.
13
Merge onto I 40
4.7 mi·5 min·Purple Heart Trail
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi·17 sec
Toward I 17 South, AZ 89A North: Phoenix, Flagstaff
15
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi·2 min
Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
16
Merge onto I 17; AZ 89A
93 mi·1 hr 33 min·Arizona Veterans Highway
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Continue on I 17
5.8 mi·5 min·Phoenix–Cordes Junction Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 17
10 mi·10 min·Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Continue on I 17
3.2 mi·3 min·North Black Canyon Highway
Use the slight right lane.
20
Continue on I 17
20 mi·22 min·Black Canyon Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.1 mi·16 sec
Exit 205Toward Glendale AvenueUse the slight right lane.
22
Turn straight onto North Black Canyon Highway
0.1 mi·16 sec·North Black Canyon Highway
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Turn right onto West Glendale Avenue
4.0 mi·8 min·West Glendale Avenue
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left onto North 57th Drive
0.2 mi·35 sec·North 57th Drive
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Turn right onto US 60
0.2 mi·24 sec·Grand Avenue
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Arrive at destination
US 60
Trip Plan
Given the 5h 15m estimated drive time, leaving Page, AZ in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight. The route has only one recommended stop, so plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the 93-mile mark on Arizona Veterans Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially on the longer stretches, as services can be spaced out in this region. The $54 fuel cost estimate should help you budget for gas. Because this is a single-day drive, you have flexibility to depart when convenient, but aim for an early start to avoid any late-day surprises.
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 136.7 miles from Page, AZ, or about 2h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93 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 60 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 136.7 miles or 2h 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 18m
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 Page, 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 Page, AZ
This is one driving day of about 273.3 miles and 5h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 miles from Page, 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.
The longest stretch is on Arizona Veterans Highway for about 93 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 268.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|South Lake Powell Boulevard
At end of road, turn right onto South Lake Powell Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
2.1 mi into trip|~5m in|US 89
Enter roundabout onto US 89 toward US 89 South
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 89 South
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130.2 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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135.4 mi into trip|~2h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 17, AZ 89A South: Sedona, Phoenix
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268.6 mi into trip|~5h 5m in
Take the exit toward Glendale Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 205
Toward Glendale Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.43 one way
$96.86 round trip
$4.50/gal25.4 MPG avg96 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.82
$51.86
$103.72
premium
$5.04
$54.25
$108.50
diesel
$4.80
$51.60
$103.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 95.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $29 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
82
1
$28.70
$13.12
Efficient EV
68.3
0
$23.91
$10.93
EV Truck/SUV
109.3
1
$38.26
$17.49
Gas CO2
96 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Page, AZ
Night
in Page on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
MST
Current temp
76°F
Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Partly Cloudy
SW 5 to 9 mph13% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 8:14PM PDT until July 17 at 9:45PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 7:08PM MST until July 17 at 10:15PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
Destination
Glendale, AZ
Night
in Glendale on Saturday
Local time
11:59 PM
MST
Current temp
81°F
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
N 0 to 5 mph20% chanceLive forecast
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 8:14PM PDT until July 17 at 9:45PM PDT by NWS Las Vegas NV
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued July 17 at 7:08PM MST until July 17 at 10:15PM MST by NWS Flagstaff AZ
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
5 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
5h 15m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Glen Canyon National Recreation Area
National Recreation Area
Encompassing over 1.25 million acres, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area offers unparalleled opportunities for water-based & backcountry recreation. The recreation area stretches for hundreds of mil...
2 mi from route
~5 min detour
$30
Park Closure: Lees Ferry Campground Closure
Caution: Conditions and Construction Affecting Cataract Canyon Takeouts
Established December 8, 1906, Montezuma Castle is the third National Monument dedicated to preserving Native American culture. This 20 room high-rise apartment, nestled into a towering limestone cliff...
The lava flow lies on the land like a dream, a wonderland of rock. A thousand years ago the ground was torn open and lava erupted into the sky, forever changing the landscape and the lives of the peop...
4 mi from route
~11 min detour
$25
near mile 122.5
Since time immemorial, Indigenous Peoples have lived and traveled throughout Walnut Canyon’s dynamic landscape. Vibrant communities built their homes in the cliffs and farmed along the canyon’s rim. T...
Nestled between the Painted Desert and ponderosa highlands of northern Arizona, Wupatki National Monument is an unlikely landscape for a thriving community. The early 1100's marked a time of cooler an...
8 mi from route
~19 min detour
$25
near mile 103.7
Water flows under and through this landscape, feeding the growth of people and towns. The Verde Valley is watered by snowmelt, summer monsoons, and springs that well up from the ancient sedimentary ro...
16 mi from route
~39 min detour
$10
near mile 179.1
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
About 43% of this 273.3-mile drive is on highways. The longest continuous stretch without a significant change in road type is 93 miles along Arizona Veterans Highway. After that, you'll transition to other main roads like US 89 and the Flagstaff-Cameron Highway, which will likely involve more local traffic and potentially a lower speed limit. Expect to encounter a mix of open road cruising and areas with more frequent intersections.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93 mi on Arizona Veterans Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near South Lake Powell Boulevard.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 273.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (South Lake Powell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (US 89): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 130.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
High-altitude sections with notable climbs
7,237 ft1,128 ft
Total Climb
5,354 ft
Total Descent
8,576 ft
Highest Point
7,237 ft
~117.1 mi in
Elevation Range
6,109 ft
Notable High Points
6,075 ft at ~19.5 miles+381 ft prominence
7,237 ft at ~117.1 miles+296 ft prominence
4,637 ft at ~195.2 miles+629 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Page, AZ and Glendale, AZ, road signs point toward Flagstaff and Phoenix.
Glendale is one of the largest suburbs in the metropolitan Phoenix area, and is rapidly growing as a media/entertainment center in the Valley of the Sun. It was home to over 250,000 people in 2019.
Top landmarks
•Catlin Court Historic District — historic district in Glendale, Arizona, USA
•Floralcroft Historic District — historic district in Glendale. Arizona
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 15m. Total distance: 273.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 93 miles on Arizona Veterans Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Glendale, AZ before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (South Lake Powell Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles (US 89): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 130.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Glen Canyon National Recreation Area, Montezuma Castle National Monument and Sunset Crater Volcano National Monument (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.3 hours each way, a round trip means 10.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Glendale, AZ before the return drive.
