Origin
Salome, AZ
Night in Salome on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
MST
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Salome, AZ to Glendale, AZ
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 8m
Distance
98.8 mi
159 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 59m
★
6 AM
2h 8m
8 AM
2h 27m
10 AM
2h 15m
12 PM
2h 13m
3 PM
2h 16m
5 PM
2h 26m
8 PM
2h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Salome, AZ
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Glendale, AZ
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Trip Overview
Salome, AZ to Glendale, AZ is 98.8 miles and takes about 2 hours 8 minutes via the Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway and Grand Avenue, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip traverses the Desert Southwest, staying within Arizona for its entirety. Expect a drive characterized by frequent turns rather than long, open stretches. It's a straightforward, one-day journey perfect for a quick transition between two points in the region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.4 miles from Salome, AZ
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway | 48 mi | 56m |
| Grand Avenue | 33 mi | 48m |
| Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway | 8.7 mi | 10m |
| West Wickenburg Way | 5.8 mi | 8m |
| Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| East Wickenburg Way | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Avenue A | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway
— 48 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salome, AZ and Glendale, AZ.
1
Start on US 60
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Avenue A
2
Continue on US 60
48 mi
·
56 min
·
Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway
3
Continue on US 60
5.8 mi
·
8 min
·
West Wickenburg Way
4
Enter roundabout onto US 60
3 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Wickenburg Way
5
Continue on US 60
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
East Wickenburg Way
6
Continue on US 60
8.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway
7
Continue on US 60
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the right lane.
8
Continue on US 60
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wickenburg–Phoenix Highway
9
Continue on US 60
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60
26 mi
·
40 min
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on US 60
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Grand Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
US 60
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 8 minutes, this is easily a same-day trip. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to reach Glendale before evening. Since the longest stretch is 48 miles, you won't need to worry extensively about fuel stops, but it's always wise to top off in Salome before you depart, especially since the estimated fuel cost is only $20. The 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive means paying close attention to navigation is key to avoiding unnecessary detours.
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 49.4 miles from Salome, AZ, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48 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 22 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.4 miles or 58m 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 41m
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 Salome, 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 Salome, AZ
This is one driving day of about 98.8 miles and 2h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Salome, AZ.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway for about 48 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.4 miles from Salome, AZ, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 54 and 98.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
54 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
US 60 / East Wickenburg Way
Enter roundabout onto US 60 / East Wickenburg Way
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
72 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
US 60 / Grand Avenue
Keep slight right at fork onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
98.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
|
US 60 / Grand Avenue
Continue onto US 60 / Grand Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.68 one way
$39.36 round trip
$5.06/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.36 | $20.83 | $41.66 |
| premium | $5.59 | $21.75 | $43.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.81 | $43.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.6 | 0 | $10.37 | $4.74 |
| Efficient EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.5 | 0 | $13.83 | $6.32 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Glendale, AZ
Night in Glendale on Saturday
Local time
9:34 PM
MST
Current temp
88°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
36 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 8m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is best described as a turn-heavy local drive, with no highway share to speak of. You'll be navigating a series of local roads, primarily using the Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway, Grand Avenue, and the Phoenix–Wickenburg Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is approximately 48 miles on the Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with many changes in direction as you make your way across the landscape.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48 mi on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 54 miles in near US 60 / East Wickenburg Way.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Salome, AZ to Glendale, AZ is easy. At 2h 8m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54 miles (US 60 / East Wickenburg Way): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 72 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.5 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 8m. Total distance: 98.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48 miles on Quartzsite–Wickenburg Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 54 miles (US 60 / East Wickenburg Way): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 72 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 98.5 miles (US 60 / Grand Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Glendale, AZ before heading back.
How this page is built
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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