Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
12.5 mi
20 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Phoenix, AZ
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Tolleson, AZ
Abhishek Navlakha
If you are looking to get from Phoenix to Tolleson, you are looking at a quick 12.5-mile journey that typically takes about 18 minutes. This short transit across the Desert Southwest is straightforward and easily completed in a single day, making it ideal for a quick commute or errand run. You won't need to worry about extensive travel planning, as the trip requires zero planned stops. With fuel costs estimated at just $2, it is a highly economical route for your vehicle. Since both locations sit within the same region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the drive. This is a practical, no-fuss trip that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Papago Freeway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| North 91st Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North 7th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Van Buren Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North 92nd Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Phoenix, AZ and Tolleson, AZ.
Start on West Washington Street
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 10
Take the exit
Turn left onto North 91st Avenue
Turn right onto West Van Buren Street
Turn left onto North 92nd Drive
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 12.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto North 7th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward I 10 West: Los Angeles
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 10 / Papago Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward 91st Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto West Van Buren Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.49 one way
$4.98 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $2.64 | $5.27 |
| premium | $5.59 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.76 | $5.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.31 | $0.60 |
| Efficient EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Phoenix on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
MST
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Tolleson on Sunday
Local time
12:34 AM
MST
Current temp
89°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes navigation over high-speed highway cruising. You will primarily utilize North 7th Avenue, I-10 West, and the Papago Freeway to complete your 12.5-mile transit. Despite the use of major thoroughfares, the route maintains a 0% highway share, emphasizing the local urban nature of the path. The road transitions between city streets and freeway connections, requiring you to stay alert for frequent turns. Because this is a short, 18-minute trip, you won't face any long, monotonous stretches, keeping the driving experience engaging and active from start to finish.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Papago Freeway and North 91st Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near North 7th Avenue.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (North 7th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (I 10 / Papago Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Founded 1868
Phoenix is the capital of the state of Arizona, the most populous city in the American Southwest. Warm and sunny winter weather have ensured a thriving tourism industry, and the city has become the region's primary political, cultural, economic, and transportation center. Phoenix is extremely hot and dry in the summertime, so always have sunscreen with you! It had about 1,625,000 residents in 2021, and is the fifth largest city in the United States.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 12.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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